{"id":107502,"date":"2026-04-14T18:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-04-14T16:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/?p=107502"},"modified":"2026-04-14T10:40:26","modified_gmt":"2026-04-14T08:40:26","slug":"people-angels","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/es\/people-angels\/","title":{"rendered":"10 People Who Claimed to See Angels"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>img#mv-trellis-img-1::before{padding-top:149.06832298137%; }img#mv-trellis-img-1{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-2::before{padding-top:133.92857142857%; }img#mv-trellis-img-2{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-3::before{padding-top:121.97916666667%; }img#mv-trellis-img-3{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-4::before{padding-top:121.45833333333%; }img#mv-trellis-img-4{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-5::before{padding-top:129.87012987013%; }img#mv-trellis-img-5{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-6::before{padding-top:143.54354354354%; }img#mv-trellis-img-6{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-7::before{padding-top:152.4%; }img#mv-trellis-img-7{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-8::before{padding-top:137.77267508611%; }img#mv-trellis-img-8{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-9::before{padding-top:122.5%; }img#mv-trellis-img-9{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-10::before{padding-top:75.166666666667%; }img#mv-trellis-img-10{display:block;}<\/style>\n<p>Throughout history, many people have claimed to see angels. Some were religious leaders, others were ordinary people, and some were famous figures whose visions influenced entire societies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These experiences often shaped their beliefs, actions, or teachings. While skeptics question whether these encounters were real, the stories show how powerful and meaningful the idea of angels can be.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>People who report seeing angels describe feelings of peace, guidance, or warning. Sometimes these visions happen in moments of danger, illness, or personal struggle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Other times, they occur during prayer or meditation. Regardless of the truth behind them, these claims have inspired art, literature, and religious devotion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Seeing angels is often described as a transformative experience, one that changes how people live or understand the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are ten real and famous people throughout history who claimed to have seen angels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Joan of Arc<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-image-107573\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"805\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/joan-arc-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-107573\" srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/joan-arc-scaled.jpg 805w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/joan-arc-201x300.jpg 201w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/joan-arc-687x1024.jpg 687w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/joan-arc-768x1144.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/joan-arc-1374x2048.jpg 1374w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/joan-arc-8x12.jpg 8w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/joan-arc-644x960.jpg 644w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/joan-arc-725x1080.jpg 725w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/joan-arc-170x253.jpg 170w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"805\" height=\"1200\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20805%201200'%3E%3Crect%20width='805'%20height='1200'%20style='fill:%23e3e3e3'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-107573 lazyload\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/joan-arc-scaled.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-1\" data-src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/joan-arc-scaled.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/joan-arc-scaled.jpg 805w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/joan-arc-201x300.jpg 201w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/joan-arc-687x1024.jpg 687w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/joan-arc-768x1144.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/joan-arc-1374x2048.jpg 1374w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/joan-arc-8x12.jpg 8w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/joan-arc-644x960.jpg 644w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/joan-arc-725x1080.jpg 725w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/joan-arc-170x253.jpg 170w\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Main_Page\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">&copy; Wikipedia<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Joan of Arc, a young French woman in the 15th century, claimed she saw angels and saints guiding her actions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>She said these spiritual beings instructed her to lead France against English forces during the Hundred Years&rsquo; War.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Joan described hearing voices from Saint Michael, Saint Catherine, and Saint Margaret. These visions gave her courage and a sense of purpose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Many people at the time were skeptical, but her claims inspired others and led to her being recognized as a hero.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Even during the trial, Joan remained steadfast in her experiences, insisting that the angels were real.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Historians believe her visions may have combined strong faith, personal intuition, and psychological factors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Regardless of the origin, her experiences with angels shaped history and religious storytelling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Joan&rsquo;s claims continue to inspire believers who see her life as proof that spiritual guidance can appear in human form.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Saint Teresa of &Aacute;vila<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-image-107565\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"896\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/2-teresa-avila.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-107565\" srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/2-teresa-avila.jpg 896w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/2-teresa-avila-224x300.jpg 224w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/2-teresa-avila-764x1024.jpg 764w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/2-teresa-avila-768x1029.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/2-teresa-avila-9x12.jpg 9w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/2-teresa-avila-717x960.jpg 717w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/2-teresa-avila-806x1080.jpg 806w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/2-teresa-avila-170x228.jpg 170w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"896\" height=\"1200\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20896%201200'%3E%3Crect%20width='896'%20height='1200'%20style='fill:%23e3e3e3'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-107565 lazyload\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/2-teresa-avila.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-2\" data-src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/2-teresa-avila.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/2-teresa-avila.jpg 896w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/2-teresa-avila-224x300.jpg 224w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/2-teresa-avila-764x1024.jpg 764w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/2-teresa-avila-768x1029.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/2-teresa-avila-9x12.jpg 9w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/2-teresa-avila-717x960.jpg 717w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/2-teresa-avila-806x1080.jpg 806w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/2-teresa-avila-170x228.jpg 170w\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Main_Page\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">&copy; Wikipedia<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Saint Teresa of &Aacute;vila was a Spanish nun and mystic in the 16th century. She claimed to have visions of angels and experienced spiritual ecstasy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One of her most famous visions involved an angel piercing her heart with a golden arrow, which she described as an overwhelming mix of pain and joy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These experiences deepened her faith and inspired her to reform convent life. Teresa recorded her visions in detailed writings, which later became influential in Catholic mysticism.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>She saw angels as messengers of God who guided her soul and revealed spiritual truths. Many followers were inspired by her experiences, and the Church eventually recognized her as a saint.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Her life shows how angelic visions can be interpreted as both a spiritual guide and a source of personal transformation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. John Wesley<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-image-107566\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"1171\" src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/3-john-wesley.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-107566\" srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/3-john-wesley.jpg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/3-john-wesley-246x300.jpg 246w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/3-john-wesley-839x1024.jpg 839w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/3-john-wesley-768x937.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/3-john-wesley-10x12.jpg 10w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/3-john-wesley-787x960.jpg 787w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/3-john-wesley-885x1080.jpg 885w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/3-john-wesley-170x207.jpg 170w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"1171\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20960%201171'%3E%3Crect%20width='960'%20height='1171'%20style='fill:%23e3e3e3'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-107566 lazyload\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/3-john-wesley.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-3\" data-src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/3-john-wesley.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/3-john-wesley.jpg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/3-john-wesley-246x300.jpg 246w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/3-john-wesley-839x1024.jpg 839w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/3-john-wesley-768x937.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/3-john-wesley-10x12.jpg 10w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/3-john-wesley-787x960.jpg 787w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/3-john-wesley-885x1080.jpg 885w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/3-john-wesley-170x207.jpg 170w\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Main_Page\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">&copy; Wikipedia<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>John Wesley, the founder of Methodism in the 18th century, claimed to see angels multiple times. He described moments of spiritual clarity where angels appeared to comfort and guide him.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>During times of intense prayer or preaching, he said he felt the presence of divine beings protecting him.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These experiences strengthened his faith and encouraged him to travel widely, spreading religious teachings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Wesley often spoke about these encounters in letters and sermons, inspiring others to trust in spiritual guidance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>His visions were not dramatic or terrifying, but gentle and affirming, giving him confidence and reassurance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Many of his followers accepted his experiences as proof that angels play an active role in the lives of the faithful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. George Washington<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-image-107567\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"1166\" src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/4-george-washington.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-107567\" srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/4-george-washington.jpg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/4-george-washington-247x300.jpg 247w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/4-george-washington-843x1024.jpg 843w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/4-george-washington-768x933.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/4-george-washington-10x12.jpg 10w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/4-george-washington-790x960.jpg 790w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/4-george-washington-889x1080.jpg 889w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/4-george-washington-170x206.jpg 170w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"1166\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20960%201166'%3E%3Crect%20width='960'%20height='1166'%20style='fill:%23e3e3e3'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-107567 lazyload\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/4-george-washington.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-4\" data-src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/4-george-washington.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/4-george-washington.jpg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/4-george-washington-247x300.jpg 247w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/4-george-washington-843x1024.jpg 843w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/4-george-washington-768x933.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/4-george-washington-10x12.jpg 10w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/4-george-washington-790x960.jpg 790w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/4-george-washington-889x1080.jpg 889w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/4-george-washington-170x206.jpg 170w\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Main_Page\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">&copy; Wikipedia<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>George Washington reportedly claimed to have seen angels during his life, particularly during moments of war.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some stories suggest he felt divine protection on the battlefield and believed unseen spiritual forces guided him and the soldiers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These visions were not always detailed, but they gave him confidence and a sense of purpose. Washington&rsquo;s belief in spiritual guidance influenced his leadership style and decisions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While historians debate the exact nature of his experiences, accounts of Washington seeing angels illustrate how even secular leaders sometimes interpret extraordinary events as spiritual encounters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These claims helped shape his image as a thoughtful and guided figure, respected for wisdom and courage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Emanuel Swedenborg<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-image-107568\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"924\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/5-emanuel-swedenborg.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-107568\" srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/5-emanuel-swedenborg.jpg 924w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/5-emanuel-swedenborg-231x300.jpg 231w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/5-emanuel-swedenborg-788x1024.jpg 788w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/5-emanuel-swedenborg-768x998.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/5-emanuel-swedenborg-9x12.jpg 9w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/5-emanuel-swedenborg-739x960.jpg 739w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/5-emanuel-swedenborg-831x1080.jpg 831w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/5-emanuel-swedenborg-170x221.jpg 170w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"924\" height=\"1200\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20924%201200'%3E%3Crect%20width='924'%20height='1200'%20style='fill:%23e3e3e3'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-107568 lazyload\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/5-emanuel-swedenborg.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-5\" data-src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/5-emanuel-swedenborg.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/5-emanuel-swedenborg.jpg 924w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/5-emanuel-swedenborg-231x300.jpg 231w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/5-emanuel-swedenborg-788x1024.jpg 788w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/5-emanuel-swedenborg-768x998.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/5-emanuel-swedenborg-9x12.jpg 9w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/5-emanuel-swedenborg-739x960.jpg 739w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/5-emanuel-swedenborg-831x1080.jpg 831w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/5-emanuel-swedenborg-170x221.jpg 170w\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Main_Page\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">&copy; Wikipedia<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Emanuel Swedenborg was a Swedish scientist and theologian who claimed to see angels and visit heaven in visions during the 18th century.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>He wrote extensively about his spiritual experiences, describing angels as beings full of light and wisdom.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Swedenborg said angels guided him, explained divine laws, and revealed the inner meaning of scripture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>His visions were detailed, often including conversations with spiritual beings and insights into human behavior.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Swedenborg&rsquo;s writings influenced religious movements, including the New Church, which interprets his visions as literal spiritual truths.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>His experiences show how angelic encounters can inspire complex religious thought and practical guidance, blending personal revelation with intellectual exploration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Hilary of Poitiers<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-image-107569\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"333\" height=\"478\" src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/6-hilary-poitieres.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-107569\" srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/6-hilary-poitieres.jpg 333w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/6-hilary-poitieres-209x300.jpg 209w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/6-hilary-poitieres-8x12.jpg 8w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/6-hilary-poitieres-170x244.jpg 170w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"333\" height=\"478\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20333%20478'%3E%3Crect%20width='333'%20height='478'%20style='fill:%23e3e3e3'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-107569 lazyload\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/6-hilary-poitieres.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-6\" data-src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/6-hilary-poitieres.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/6-hilary-poitieres.jpg 333w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/6-hilary-poitieres-209x300.jpg 209w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/6-hilary-poitieres-8x12.jpg 8w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/6-hilary-poitieres-170x244.jpg 170w\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Main_Page\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">&copy; Wikipedia<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Hilary of Poitiers, a bishop in the 4th century, described visions of angels that guided him during times of persecution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>He claimed that angels provided comfort, protection, and insight into God&rsquo;s will. These encounters strengthened his leadership and gave him the courage to preach under threat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hilary believed that angels acted as messengers and helpers, appearing in both dreams and waking life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>His writings influenced early Christian theology and inspired others to trust in divine guidance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The stories about his visions emphasize how angelic experiences were seen as a source of authority and spiritual support during difficult times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Saint Francis of Assisi<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-image-107570\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"762\" src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/7-st-francis.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-107570\" srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/7-st-francis.jpg 500w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/7-st-francis-197x300.jpg 197w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/7-st-francis-8x12.jpg 8w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/7-st-francis-170x259.jpg 170w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"762\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20500%20762'%3E%3Crect%20width='500'%20height='762'%20style='fill:%23e3e3e3'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-107570 lazyload\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/7-st-francis.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/7-st-francis.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/7-st-francis.jpg 500w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/7-st-francis-197x300.jpg 197w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/7-st-francis-8x12.jpg 8w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/7-st-francis-170x259.jpg 170w\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Main_Page\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">&copy; Wikipedia<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Saint Francis of Assisi claimed to see angels throughout his life, particularly during his service to the poor and in prayer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>He described angels as messengers of God who encouraged him to live simply and care for all creatures. Francis&rsquo; visions often appeared during meditation or moments of deep reflection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These experiences reinforced his mission and inspired his followers to embrace humility and compassion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Angels in Francis&rsquo; life symbolized divine support and guidance, showing him the path of spiritual purity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>His angelic encounters contributed to the formation of the Franciscan order, emphasizing service, devotion, and connection with the divine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. Mother Teresa<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-image-107571\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"871\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/8-mother-theresa.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-107571\" srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/8-mother-theresa.jpg 871w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/8-mother-theresa-218x300.jpg 218w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/8-mother-theresa-743x1024.jpg 743w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/8-mother-theresa-768x1058.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/8-mother-theresa-9x12.jpg 9w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/8-mother-theresa-697x960.jpg 697w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/8-mother-theresa-784x1080.jpg 784w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/8-mother-theresa-170x234.jpg 170w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"871\" height=\"1200\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20871%201200'%3E%3Crect%20width='871'%20height='1200'%20style='fill:%23e3e3e3'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-107571 lazyload\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/8-mother-theresa.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-8\" data-src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/8-mother-theresa.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/8-mother-theresa.jpg 871w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/8-mother-theresa-218x300.jpg 218w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/8-mother-theresa-743x1024.jpg 743w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/8-mother-theresa-768x1058.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/8-mother-theresa-9x12.jpg 9w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/8-mother-theresa-697x960.jpg 697w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/8-mother-theresa-784x1080.jpg 784w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/8-mother-theresa-170x234.jpg 170w\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Main_Page\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">&copy; Wikipedia<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Mother Teresa, known for her work with the poor in India, described moments that she believed involved angels or spiritual guidance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While not always visually seen, she felt angelic presence in times of extreme hardship or moral decision-making.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These experiences gave her strength and clarity when caring for the sick and needy. Mother Teresa often described the comfort and support she received as coming from divine beings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Her experiences inspired others to trust in spiritual help and see the sacred in everyday acts of service.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The stories of her encounters with angels highlight how such experiences can provide courage, patience, and motivation to live a life of compassion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9. Anne Catherine Emmerich<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-image-107572\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"1176\" src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/9-anne-catherine-emmerick.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-107572\" srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/9-anne-catherine-emmerick.jpg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/9-anne-catherine-emmerick-245x300.jpg 245w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/9-anne-catherine-emmerick-836x1024.jpg 836w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/9-anne-catherine-emmerick-768x941.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/9-anne-catherine-emmerick-10x12.jpg 10w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/9-anne-catherine-emmerick-784x960.jpg 784w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/9-anne-catherine-emmerick-882x1080.jpg 882w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/9-anne-catherine-emmerick-170x208.jpg 170w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"1176\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20960%201176'%3E%3Crect%20width='960'%20height='1176'%20style='fill:%23e3e3e3'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-107572 lazyload\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/9-anne-catherine-emmerick.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-9\" data-src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/9-anne-catherine-emmerick.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/9-anne-catherine-emmerick.jpg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/9-anne-catherine-emmerick-245x300.jpg 245w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/9-anne-catherine-emmerick-836x1024.jpg 836w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/9-anne-catherine-emmerick-768x941.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/9-anne-catherine-emmerick-10x12.jpg 10w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/9-anne-catherine-emmerick-784x960.jpg 784w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/9-anne-catherine-emmerick-882x1080.jpg 882w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/9-anne-catherine-emmerick-170x208.jpg 170w\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Main_Page\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">&copy; Wikipedia<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Anne Catherine Emmerich, a German nun in the 18th century, claimed to see angels during visions of Christ&rsquo;s life and suffering.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>She reported detailed encounters with angels who guided her and explained divine events. These visions were recorded by writers who documented her revelations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Many believers consider her experiences authentic, seeing them as spiritual lessons and guidance. Emmerich&rsquo;s angelic encounters gave her the courage to endure suffering and spread religious teachings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Her visions influenced art, literature, and devotion, showing how angelic experiences can leave a lasting cultural and spiritual impact.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10. Jacob<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-image-105325\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"902\" src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/2-jacob-bethel.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-105325\" srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/2-jacob-bethel.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/2-jacob-bethel-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/2-jacob-bethel-1024x769.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/2-jacob-bethel-768x577.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/2-jacob-bethel-16x12.jpg 16w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/2-jacob-bethel-728x546.jpg 728w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/2-jacob-bethel-960x721.jpg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/2-jacob-bethel-1080x812.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/2-jacob-bethel-170x128.jpg 170w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"902\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201200%20902'%3E%3Crect%20width='1200'%20height='902'%20style='fill:%23e3e3e3'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-105325 lazyload\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/2-jacob-bethel.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-10\" data-src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/2-jacob-bethel.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/2-jacob-bethel.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/2-jacob-bethel-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/2-jacob-bethel-1024x769.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/2-jacob-bethel-768x577.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/2-jacob-bethel-16x12.jpg 16w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/2-jacob-bethel-728x546.jpg 728w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/2-jacob-bethel-960x721.jpg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/2-jacob-bethel-1080x812.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/2-jacob-bethel-170x128.jpg 170w\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/es\/\">&copy; Angelynum<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Jacob, a patriarch in the Bible, described seeing angels in dreams. In one famous story, he saw a ladder reaching to heaven with angels ascending and descending.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This vision reassured him that God was present and protecting him. The angels symbolized guidance, protection, and a connection between earth and heaven.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Jacob&rsquo;s dream inspired trust in divine plans and left a lasting story in religious tradition. It remains a powerful lesson in spiritual belief and divine guidance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>His encounter is often cited as one of the clearest examples of biblical angelic visions, showing how such experiences can shape faith, family, and history.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Throughout history, many people have claimed to see angels. 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