Archangel Raphael Statue 9"Archangel Raphael is one of the three named archangels, known as the healer and guide. His name means "God heals," and he is featured in the Book of Tobit, where he helps Tobias on a journey and heals his father, Tobit. Raphael is the patron of healers, travellers, and young people. He is often depicted as a youthful figure with a staff or a fish (symbolizing healing). His feast day is celebrated on September 29, alongside St. Michael and St. Gabriel.