Western Tradition

The concept of angelic orders is rooted in religious traditions, particularly Christianity. Pseudo-Dionysius proposed a hierarchy, organizing celestial beings into three triads. The first triad includes Seraphim, Cherubim, and Thrones, associated with love, wisdom, and divine justice. The second triad consists of Dominions, Virtues, and Powers, linked to administration, grace, and defense. The third triad involves Principalities, Archangels, and Angels, associated with regional guardianship, divine messages, and earthly tasks. Variations exist among different religious and spiritual traditions.