Angel: Meaning, Names and Functions

Angels

Most Muslims believe that angels or malaikah were created before humans with the purpose of
following the orders of Allah and communicating with humans.

Angels are immortal, are made of light and have wings. They are pure and cannot sin. They obey and
serve Allah at all times.

They praise God:

They exalt him night and day and do not slacken 21:20

Angels can appear in human form and there are some who have specific roles, including guardian
angels.

Angels: Names and Functions

1. Angel Jibril: Is in charge of message to the Prophets

2. Azraail: In charge of taking souls at the point of death.

3. Meekail: In charge of rain and provisions.

4. Israfeel: In charge of blowing trumpet on Judgment day.

5. Ridwan: In charge of keeping gate of Paradise.

6. Malik: In charge of keeping gate of Hell fire.

7. Raqeeb: In charge of recording good deeds of mankinds.

8. Ateed: In charge of recording bad deeds of mankinds.

9. Munkar: In charge of interrogating dead in the grave.

10. Nakir: In charge of interrogating dead in the grave.

Special and Common Angels

Angel Jibril

Azraail

Meekail

Israfeel

Ridwan
Malik

Raqeeb

Ateed

Munkar

Nakir