Through the centuries, speculation about angels has always been an integral part of both religious thought and folklore. But recently, an unprecedented interest in heavenly beings has swept the country. However, there remains a great deal of confusion about their identity and function. Many wonder if angels are real or only the stuff of legends, fantasy, and fairy tales.

Because of the role played by angels in the restoration of the gospel, members of the Church have a unique perspective on angelic beings. And in this reprint of a classic study on angels, published originally in 1975, Oscar W. McConkie explores in careful detail what is known for sure about heavenly messengers. Documenting the myriad visits to earth by angels and testifying of their reality, Brother McConkie declares that the beings sent by God to minister to the inhabitants of the world play a vital role in our eternal destiny. Indeed, he concludes, 'our very salvation is contingent upon angels!'