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In Abrahamic religions, Gabriel (Hebrew: גַּבְרִיאֵל, Modern Gavriʼel Tiberian Gaḇrîʼēl; Latin: Gabrielus; Greek: Γαβριήλ, Gabriēl; Arabic: جبريل, Jibrīl or جبرائيل Jibrail; Aramaic: Gabri-el, "strong man of God") is an angel who serves as a messenger from God. He first appears in the Book of Daniel in the Hebrew Bible. In some traditions he is regarded as one of the archangels, or as the angel of death. He is also known as Saint Gabriel to some Christian denominations.

Based on two passages in the Gospel of Luke, many Christians and Muslims believe Gabriel to have foretold the births of both John the Baptist and Jesus.

Islam further believes he was the medium through whom God revealed the Qur'an to Muhammad, and that he sent a message to most prophets, if not all, revealing their obligations. He is called the chief of the four favoured angels and the spirit of truth, and in some views is a personification of the Holy Spirit. Gabriel is also mentioned in Bahá'í Faith texts, specifically in Bahá'u'lláh's mystical work Seven Valleys.

PSCS/Bamboo/7 hours/Music: Magnificent - U2 (love that lyric!!)

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~Draaky May 11, 2012  Hobbyist Digital Artist
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~DrSonus Apr 4, 2012
Oh Also, There is a description of the Angel Jibreel (Gabriel) by the Prophet (Peace Be Upon Him), saying,

"He had six hundred wings, each of which covered the horizon. There fell from his wings jewels, pearls and rubies, only Allah knows about them"
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~DrSonus Apr 4, 2012
BismillahirRahmanirRahim

The ArchAngel Gabriel in Islam, has a very high post, and is seen to represent Intelligence. Yes, he was the messenger between Allah and all of the Prophets. Selam!
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~mechanut721 Mar 25, 2012
WOW. Such a fantastic picture of my namesake. Totally KA. I can honestly say I enjoy viewing your artwork. Kinda inspiring.
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Mood: Joy ~StarlitPaint Feb 17, 2012  Student Writer
Things I luv about it...
A. Its not a girl
B. It looks like it could kick demon butt
C. I just love it!

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~Mae760 Feb 15, 2012
Nice art man xD haha reffered to a messenger eh ?? good good

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They don't even know you
All they see is scars
They don't see the angel
Living in your heart

"Skin" by Sixx A.M.
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Mood: Love ~Conuiron Feb 2, 2012  Hobbyist Writer
Hot, I just really like this version of Gabriel, really great.
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~V0LK3R9 Dec 18, 2011
Amazing piece, but I wonder what smith would leave the entire chest and abdominal plates out of a set of armor...
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Mood: Love ~Ghunter666 Dec 10, 2011
Right now im proud my name is gabriel.
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Mood: Joy ~Lunien Jan 23, 2012  Hobbyist General Artist
Mine too!
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