Various angels have been accorded the title Prince of Peace, but
the greatest of these is Seraphiel, chief of the highest-ranking
angelic choir, the Seraphim. The Seraphim are the angels of
love and light who guard the throne of God. They are therefore
the closest to the ineffable "Peace of God that Passeth
Understanding."
Few mortals have ever beheld the dazzling presence of a Seraph,
and their presence cannot be evoked. The following ritual,
however, can help one reach a seraphic state of divine
contemplation. Choose a moment when you are feeling
peaceful. Take a relaxing bath and make yourself
comfortable. Burn you favourite incense and light a single white
candle. Place it in front of you with the flame at eye
level. Say a simple prayer in gratitude for all your blessings
and in recognition of the infinite love of God. Then, close your
eyes and allow the afterimage of the flame to fill your whole
being with peaceful, loving light. Let the light become ever
brighter, without becoming uncomfortable. Imagine the light to be
made up of a myriad of angels of peace uplifting you into
the Divine Presence. This ritual is best performed at night,
allowing you to drift off to sleep after what can be an
extraordinarily uplifting experience.
