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15 I am Raphael, one of the seven angels who stand ready to enter before the Glory of the Lord.”[a]

16 The two men were deeply shaken and fell to the ground in fear. 17 But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid.[b] Peace be with you. Praise God forevermore.

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Footnotes

  1. 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.
  2. Tobit 12:17 Do not be afraid: compare Mt 28:5, 10.