Three angels in Revelation are called "mighty." (Revelation 5:2; Revelation 18:21) Often in the New Testament clouds are associated with Deity. (Matthew 17:1-5; Luke 21:27; Acts 1:9-11; 1 Thessalonians 4:17; Revelation 1:7) The rainbow reminds us of God's covenant with Noah and the throne of God in this book. (Genesis 9:13-16; Revelation 4:3) It may signify God's remembrance of his promise not to destroy the world by water ever again. The pillars of fire remind us of how the children of Israel were led at night. (Exodus 13:21) These symbols combine in the appearance of this angel to let us know he had come from God with a great message.

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