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Tobith and the Archangel Raphael |
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Tobith and the Archangel Raphael :: 150053_ws
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Item eligible for Quantity Discount In the legendary Book of Tobit, Tobit and his son, Tobias, are devout Jews during the Babylonian exile. Despite his many good works, Tobit is mysteriously blinded and begs God to take his life. At the same time, a woman Sara is afflicted by a demon (Asmodeus = "destroyer") that has killed her seven husbands on their wedding night, also asks God for death. God hears both prayers and sends the archangel Raphael to help. The young Tobias and his dog are guided by Raphael to the house of Sara. There Tobias marries Sara and, following Raphael's instructions, exorcises the demon. They return to his home, where Tobias cures his father's blindness. The book ends with Tobit's prophecy of the restoration of Jerusalem and the return of the exiles. The angel Raphael is patron of healing and travelers. Prayer to Saint Raphael Before a Trip: Dear St. Raphael, your lovely name means "God heals." The Lord sent you to young Tobias to guide him throughout a long journey. Upon his return you taught him how to cure his father's blindness. How natural, therefore, for Christians to pray for your powerful help for safe travel and a happy return. This is what we ask for ourselves as well as for all who are far from home. Amen. |
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