The Meaning of the "Archangel Michael" Angel Card

The "Archangel Michael" Angel Card

NOTE: This card is a special "Archangel" card. When Archangel cards appear, they indicate an especially important response. While other non-Archangel cards may reference minor or day-to-day issues, Archangel cards reference grander themes on longer timelines. They apply to overarching life-trends, a major life-issue or possibly a major turning-point.

The "Archangel Michael" card in the upright position

First of only four Archangel cards in the angel card deck, the "Archangel Michael" card represents one of the most powerful and well-known angels of Western spiritual traditions

First of only four Archangel cards in the angel card deck, the "Archangel Michael" card represents one of the most powerful and well-known angels of Western spiritual traditions.

Archangel cards typically represent grand themes or major events in our lives, rather than day-to-day issues.

Archangel cards are always read in the upright position, and cannot be reversed.

Michael is a protector, defender and a guide through dark places. The appearance of the "Archangel Michael" card carries hope and solutions.

When Michael makes an appearance, it's a sign that your angels are watching with intense interest and care regarding a major issue which confronts you. It's also a sign that you may be experiencing some great challenge, or you may be about to experience a pivotal experience.

In either case, the card offers hope and promise: Your angels are watching, and giving you the strength to navigate through rough waters. The card points to hope and support.

If you are currently experiencing hardship, the card offers hope and guidance. It reminds you that there is always a way to safely move forwards and succeed in the face of hardship. Trust in your angels, and trust in yourself to make the right decisions at this time. Hardship breeds success. Trust and hope are the lights which will carry you forwards at this time.

If you are unsure of why Michael has appeared now the card reminds you to be "present" and focused on this moment in time. Your angels are ready to help, but you need to be aware of your current situation and remain ready to act. Something major in your life is raising the interest of your angels at this time. They are watching and ready to help.

The "Archangel Michael" card in the reversed position

Archangel cards cannot be reversed, and are always read in the upright position.

Other Angel Card Meanings

You can draw a card at random from the angel card deck, or you can search below to browse through each of iFate's angel card meanings.

NOTE: Unlike Tarot cards which always have 78 cards in the deck, there are no specific rules regarding the number of cards in an angel card deck. iFate's angel card deck is larger than most, with a total of 48 cards. iFate's angel card deck also includes 4 "archangel cards". When archangel cards are drawn, it suggests a higher or more important message from the angels.