ventional symbol. The following is a list of the divisions and choirs, with such emblems as we have been able to find, which are by no means to be considered discriminative.

I. COUNCILLORS of the Most High, who consist of 1. Seraphim. Generally represented covered all over with eyes.

2. Cherubim. Represented with six wings, and generally standing on wheels, as recorded in the visions of Ezekiel. Sometimes they carry an open book.

These two orders ever stand adoring and praising in the presence of God.

3. Thrones. Support the seat of the Almighty,

and are represented carrying a throne or tower. II. GOVERNORS, who rule the stars and regulate the universe.

4. Dominations, with a sword, triple crown, and sceptre, or with an orb and cross.

5. Virtues, in complete armour, carrying a crown and censer, or pennon and battle-axe.

6. Powers, chaining or scourging devils, or holding a baton.

III. MESSENGERS of God's will.

7. Princedoms, or principalities, holding a lily, or in complete armour, with pennons.

8. Archangels, consisting of S. Michael, (see supra ;)

a Isaiah vi. 2.

b For further information on the medieval legends respecting the Archangels, see C. Stengelius, Historia S. Michaelis, S. Gabrielis, et S. Raphaelis, 18mo., Augsburgh, 1629, with the curious engravings.