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Tobit 12:14-16
New Catholic Bible
Tobit 12:14-16
New Catholic Bible
14 I was sent to test you.[a] However, at the same time, God sent me to heal you and your daughter-in-law Sarah. 15 I am Raphael, one of the seven angels who stand ready to enter before the Glory of the Lord.”[b]
16 The two men were deeply shaken and fell to the ground in fear.
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- Tobit 12:14 I was sent to test you: God is frequently shown testing those faithful to him (e.g., Job 1–2).
- Tobit 12:15 See Rev 8:2. The Bible mentions only three names of angels: Raphael, Michael, and Gabriel. Seven is a number that indicates fullness and perfection.
