EPISODE 333; THE RUPTURING! KNOWLEDGEABLE HOUSE OF THE WHITE LIGER! UNSEALING THE LIMITERS OF THE ETERNAL TITAN TEMPUS ROMA! THE SECOND BARRIER! INTEGRATING THE ZODIAC SYSTEMS INTO THE ETERNAL TITAN TEMPUS ROMA! THE CELESTIAL SKILL TREE PART XIII; THE HALLS OF SCORPIO AND SAGITTARIUS! THE DOMAINS OF SPIRITUAL LIFE! THE THREE HIERARCHIES AND NINE CHOIRS OF ANGELS
Mitsuki(Selene) Arlene(Undine) and Helios stood within Tempus Roma with Tempus Roma. Mitsuki(Selene), Arlene(Undine) and Helios appeared to be reflecting on everything they had learnt so far.
"Today, you will be learning about the Three Hierarchies Of Heaven from which the Nine Choirs Of Angels derive their organization" Tempus Roma said.
Mitsuki, Arlene and Helios paid close attention.
"The Three Hierarchies Of Heaven are classified according to their Proximity to God and thus reflect a structured flow of Divine Grace and Knowledge. This Knowledge flows directly from God who is the Principal and Ultimate Source and Form Of Knowledge down to the First Hierarchy who directly contemplate God, then down to the Second Hierarchy who receive this Knowledge with regard to the Classification Of Phenomena, Subjects and Objects as they depend upon Universal Created Causes and apply this Knowledge to the Governance and Administration Of The Cosmos, then down to the Third Hierarchy who apply this Knowledge to Particular Things and Specific Earthly Events. The Third Hierarchy are responsible for executing Divine Mandates with regards to Humanity" Tempus Roma explained.
Mitsuki listened closely.
"Each Hierarchy is divided into Three Choirs with the First Hierarchy being divided into Seraphim, Cherubim and Thrones; the Second Hierarchy being divided into Dominions, Virtues and Powers and the Third Hierarchy being divided into Principalities, Archangels and Angels" Tempus Roma explained.
Mitsuki listened closely.
The First Hierarchy is primarily defined by its Proximity to God. Proximity here is two-fold. First, they are defined by their 'Love For God' and secondly by their 'Understanding Of God'. The First Choir in this Hierarchy are 'the Seraphim' who are ranked the highest amongst the Nine Choirs. The Word 'Seraphim' means 'The Burning Ones' with the meaning of 'Burning' here implying 'Zeal' or 'Passion'. They overflow perpetually with the Love Of God working to uplift those below them with this Love. Their function is one of 'perennial circling' around 'Divine Things' meaning they 'perpetually contemplate the Things Of God'. They are distinguished or marked by 'Penetrating Warmth', 'Unfailing Motion' and the 'Power to Purify Subordinates Through a Lightning Flash And The Flame'. They eternally praise God.
The Second Choir under the First Hierarchy are 'the Cherubim' who are defined by 'Knowledge'. The word 'Cherubim' means 'Fullness OfWisdom' or 'Outpouring Of Wisdom'. They thus excel in deep intellectual knowledge regarding Divine Secrets and the Ultimate Purposes behind Phenomena. They constantly contemplate God's providence and are said to 'drink at the very Fount Of Wisdom, the Mouth Of The Most High God' which implies that they receive their knowledge directly from God. They are assigned to the 'Protection Of Sacred Spaces', an instance being the 'Tree Of Life' in the 'Garden Of Eden'.
The Third Choir under The First Hierarchy are 'The Thrones' who receive God directly and minister to Him embodying the Steadfastness Of God's Love. They ensure the deepest Tranquility and Serenity forming the Stable Foundation upon which God's Authority rests. They serve as channels for Divine Justice and Authority reflecting the Stability Of The Divine Rule" Tempus Roma explained.
Mitsuki listened closely.
"The Second Hierarchy Of Heaven are charged with the Governance Of The Cosmos, applying the Knowledge received from the First Hierarchy through 'Universal Created Causes'. The First Choir Of The Second Hierarchy are the Dominions who possess the Power To Command And Impose What Is To Be Done Upon The Lower Choirs And Humanity. They receive Illumination from the Highest Hierarchies and are concerned with the General Government Of The Universe. Their Essential Role is to Regulate and Dispense Divine Authority and Governance.
The Second Choir Of The Second Hierarchy are The Virtues named for their 'Strength and Power'. The Virtues possess the Property to execute The Divine Commands Bravely And Without Fail. They are specifically associated with the Working Of Miracles. Their Cosmic Function is to 'Run The Operation Of Movement In The Universe'governing Creation and Strengthening Human Virtue. They are traditionally associated with the Movement Of Celestial Bodies, the Elements And The Seasons. Artistically, they are sometimes depicted as holding Mirrors to reflect the Perfect Execution Of The Divine Plan.
The Third Choir Of The Second Hierarchy are The Powers named for their function of Imposing Order on Those Subject To Them. Their Critical Property is their Role as Warrior Angels tasked explicitly with curbing the demons and evil spirits who strive to impede the execution of Divine Order. They assist in governing the Natural Order acting as Celestial Combatants in the Spiritual War" Tempus Roma explained.
Mitsuki listened closely.
"The Third Hierarchy are defined by their Proximity to Humanity, ministering to Humanity by executing Divine Directives aimed towards the Guidance And Protection Of Human Individuals, Societies and Nations.
The First Choir Of The Third Hierarchy are the Principalities named for their presiding over Divine Ministrations. Their Property is to preside over the Government Of Peoples and Kingdoms occupying the Principal Place in the Application Of Universal Laws to Large Scale Human Affairs. They are the 'Princes Of The Third Triad' specifically assigned to care for and guard Communities, States and Parishes. Their role extends to Human Leadership involving the Selection and Direction Of Worthy Individuals for Honourable Offices ensuring they wield Power for the Glory Of God and the benefit of Subordinates.
The Second Choir Of The Third Hierarchy are the Archangels whose name means 'Leader Angels' or 'Leader Messengers'. They execute the greater ministrations and function as the Great Heralds Of Significant News. The Archangels receive Prophecies, Deeper Divine Mysteries and Detailed Knowledge Of God's Will from the Higher Orders which they announce to the Angels for Communication To Mankind. They are tasked with strengthening Human Beings in the Holy Faith and enlightening Minds with the Knowledge Of The Holy Gospel. The Core Principle Of The Hierarchies is that they are ordered according to the 'Universality Of Contemplative Knowledge' and not by the magnitude of earthly influence or action.
The Third Choir Of The Third Hierarchy are the Angels or Guardian Angels who are the closest to Mankind. Their name means 'Messenger' and they are responsible for the direct, immediate engagement with Humanity. They announce lesser mysteries, teach righteous living and are appointed to guard each believer of the Christian Faith. They defend against Temptation, warn of evil and inspire fidelity in prayer.
These are the Three Hierarchies And Nine Choirs Of The Angels Of Heaven. They in essence mirror the Divine Trinity and the Ten Commandments with the First Hierarchy focusing on Contemplation and the Love Of God mirroring the First Greatest Commandment, the Second Hierarchy serving as Bridges between the Celestial and Material Realms acting to mirror the role of the Second Person Of The Divine Trinity, Jesus Christ, the Son Of God and Mediator between Man and God, and in so doing reflect the virtues of the First and Second Greatest Commandments from which the Ten Commandments are derived while the Third Hierarchy mirrors the Role Of The Third Person Of The Divine Trinity namely to sanctify Humanity and make them worthy of standing in the Presence Of God and in so doing mirror the Second Greatest Commandment, Love for Neighbour from which the commandments directed towards the interactions amongst Humans are derived" Tempus Roma explained.