Selaphiel
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Selaphiel or Sealtiel (Aramaic צלתיאל Tzelathiel "communicant of God", Heb. שאלתיאל Shealtiel), sometimes identified with Salathiel from the Second Book of Esdras, is one of the seven archangels in Eastern Orthodox tradition. When depicted in iconography by himself or with individual characteristics, he is shown in an attitude of humble prayer, with downcast eyes and arms crossed over his breast. Prayer is considered his special attribute, and Orthodox Christians will seek his help if their prayer is suffering from distractions, inattentiveness, or coldness.
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- The heavenly host and our modern life. Transfiguration of Our Lord Russian Orthodox Church. Retrieved on December 22, 2005.
- The rational heavenly powers. Transfiguration of Our Lord Russian Orthodox Church. Retrieved on December 22, 2005.
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