Arcángel

Arcángel is the Spanish term for archangel, a high-ranking angelic being in Abrahamic religions. The word derives from the Greek archēangelos, meaning chief or principal messenger. Within Jewish and Christian traditions, archangels are among the most significant angels and are often viewed as leaders or special messengers of God. In Western Christianity, Michael, Gabriel and Raphael are the best-known archangels; Michael is commonly portrayed as a protector and leader of the heavenly hosts, Gabriel as a messenger, and Raphael as a healer and guide.

In Catholic and Orthodox usage, archangels may be venerated on specific feast days; the Catholic Church marks September 29 as the Feast of the Archangels, celebrating Michael, Gabriel and Raphael. The concept of archangels is present in liturgy and theology, though lists and roles can vary between denominations and traditions.

In contemporary culture, Arcángel is also the stage name of a Puerto Rican reggaeton and Latin trap singer who has collaborated with many artists in the Latin urban music scene. The term thereby spans both its ancient religious meaning and its modern popular culture usage, illustrating how a religious title has persisted as a cultural reference in Spanish-speaking contexts.