Saint Raphael the Archangel 's Day is celebrated on September 29
Saint Raphael the Archangel 's Day is celebrated on September 29 , along with Saint Michael and Saint Gabriel, on the Feast of the Archangels. Saint Raphael is known as the archangel of healing, protection and guide to travelers. In the Book of Tobias, Rafael accompanies Tobias on his journey to Media, ensuring his safety. He heals the blindness of Tobit's father, Tobit, and helps Sarah free herself from a demon (Tobit 11:7-14). He is represented with a fish that is related to the cure that Rafael provided Tobias's father using the liver of a fish and a Staff that symbolizes his role as guide and protector.
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