Metatron

According to Jewish tradition, Enoch was transformed into the angel Metatron after being taken to heaven.

Metatron is considered one of the highest-ranking angels in the heavenly hierarchy in Jewish mysticism and some esoteric branches of Christianity. Though not mentioned in the canonical Hebrew Bible, Metatron appears extensively in post-biblical mystical texts, especially in Merkabah (chariot) mysticism and the Kabbalah. He is sometimes identified with the biblical figure Enoch, who, according to Genesis 5:24, "walked with God; then he was no more, because God took him." While little is said about Enoch in canonical scripture, the full story of Enoch is found in the apocryphal Book of Enoch. Later Jewish tradition interprets this mysterious departure as Enoch being transformed into the angel Metatron after being taken to heaven.

As Metatron, Enoch is believed to have been given immense wisdom and authority by God, serving as a celestial scribe who records the deeds of humanity in the Book of Life. He is often portrayed as the voice of God or the “lesser YHVH,” acting as an intermediary between the divine and the human realms. In some traditions, Metatron is seen as the only angel who is allowed to sit in the presence of God, a privilege usually denied to all other angels. His position and power suggest a unique blend of human origin and divine elevation, making him a bridge between heaven and earth.

In Kabbalistic texts, Metatron is associated with the sefirah of Keter (Crown) or sometimes Chesed (Loving-kindness), depending on the interpretation. He is seen as the angel of divine presence and structure, playing a role in ordering creation and transmitting divine light into the world. Some mystical writings describe Metatron as having 36 wings and countless eyes, symbolizing his role in perceiving all things and executing divine will. He is also linked with the Tree of Life and sacred geometry, underscoring his connection to the spiritual blueprint of the universe.

Metatron’s influence extends beyond Judaism, appearing in some Christian mystical and Gnostic texts, and even in Islamic literature under different names and interpretations. In modern spiritual circles, especially within New Age thought, Metatron is invoked as a powerful guide for spiritual awakening, healing, and accessing higher knowledge. While not part of mainstream theology, Metatron’s enduring presence in mystical and esoteric teachings reflects humanity’s deep desire to understand the nature of divine communication, transformation, and the journey between the earthly and the eternal.

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