Do you believe in them? What are your views?
I believe in them, but not in the same way as Christians do.
Angels: I believe that not all angels are "good", but they basically work for a deity. Some angels may act as guardians, guides, etc; while others may have other purposes (ie. "reapers/angel of death"). No matter what they're job is, they're basically working for a deity.
In my belief, fallen angels are still technically angels, not demons. They simply chose to "fall" away from their original job/ working for deity.
Demons: Not all demons are "evil", but they don't fit into the category of angels or nature spirits. Some may act as guardians as angels do, while others may cause mischief or even serious problems. They don't work for a deity and do things of they're own will, not because it's considered their job.
Other spirits can be "angelic" or "demonic", but aren't actual angels or demons.
2006-11-10 05:50:22 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
I really don't believe in either. Sorry.
2006-11-10 06:50:45 · answer #1 · answered by Witchy 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I look at both angels and demons as divine intelligences, gods (perhaps lesser gods) that are more than willing to help humans if we ask for their help. The angels are more like guardians whereas the demons are the wise overseers and teachers. They are a little more personable and involved with us than the higher god. But I don't believe any of them are good or evil - they're all neutral.
2006-11-10 14:01:34 · answer #2 · answered by swordarkeereon 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I agree with you in your descriptions. But these things can apply to any type of spiritual being. I view the words "angels" and "demons" as strictly Christian and carry the definitions held by their religion. Jews don't even view them in the same way Christians do (which to me is really weird since Christianity is an offshoot of Judaism and its writings).
2006-11-10 15:08:59 · answer #3 · answered by riverstorm13 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Angels are the hitmen for God.
Demons are the Angels that just love the cruelty thing too much.
2006-11-10 13:53:30 · answer #4 · answered by lundstroms2004 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm not a pagan. I believe in angels and demons. Angels are great people, and demons are wicked people.
2006-11-10 13:59:37 · answer #5 · answered by Julian 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You pretty much hit the nail on the head. =)
2006-11-10 13:52:20 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋