Female Angels in Scripture: What Does the Bible Really Say?

The idea of female angels has gained popularity in modern art, fiction, and even in some theological circles. Statues, greeting cards, and pop culture often portray angels as feminine figures with long flowing hair and graceful wings. But when we turn to the Word of God, we are compelled to ask: Are there any female angels mentioned in the Bible? And if not, what are the winged women in Zechariah 5:9?

This article explores the truth about female angels according to Scripture and examines the spiritual warning found in Zechariah 5.

Angelic Appearances in Scripture

Angels are supernatural beings created by God to serve His divine purposes. Throughout the Bible, angels appear to deliver messages (Luke 1:26–38), execute God's judgment (Genesis 19:1–13), protect God's people (Psalm 91:11), and minister to believers (Hebrews 1:14).

In every recorded appearance, angels are described with male characteristics. They are never given feminine names, titles, or physical descriptions.

Some key examples include:

Gabriel, the messenger who appeared to Daniel, Zechariah, and Mary (Daniel 8:16; Luke 1:19, 26).
Michael, described as a great prince and warrior archangel (Daniel 10:13, Revelation 12:7).
The two angels who visited Sodom and were mistaken for men (Genesis 19:1–5).

These accounts consistently use male pronouns and depict angels as male in form, though they are spirit beings and do not marry or reproduce (Matthew 22:30).

Zechariah 5:9 – The Winged Women

The only place in the Bible where female, winged beings are mentioned is in Zechariah 5:9:

"Then I lifted up mine eyes, and looked, and, behold, there came out two women, and the wind was in their wings; for they had wings like the wings of a stork: and they lifted up the ephah between the earth and the heaven." (KJV)

At first glance, this may seem like evidence of female angels. But upon closer examination, it becomes clear this passage is describing something entirely different—and sinister.

Key observations:

They are not called angels. Zechariah does not use the Hebrew word mal'ak, which is consistently used for angels in the Old Testament.
They are associated with evil. The context of Zechariah 5 involves a vision of judgment and wickedness. Just before this verse, Zechariah sees a woman named "Wickedness" inside a measuring basket (ephah), being restrained by a lead cover (Zechariah 5:7-8).
Their wings are compared to a stork. Storks are unclean birds according to Levitical law (Leviticus 11:19). The stork-wing description implies uncleanness or spiritual corruption.
They transport wickedness. These winged women carry the ephah containing Wickedness to Shinar (Babylon), a place symbolic of rebellion against God.

This vision likely symbolizes the return of evil systems to their origin in Babylon, a prophetic warning of the rise of apostasy and wickedness.

Thus, these female beings are not holy angels—but rather agents of wickedness, perhaps even demonic spirits or symbols of apostate spiritual forces.

No Biblical Evidence for Female Angels

After careful search and theological study, there is no evidence anywhere else in Scripture of female angels. In fact, Scripture overwhelmingly presents angels as male when they appear to humans.

The idea of female angels seems to originate more from cultural and artistic interpretations than from Scripture. Some roots of this false image include:

Renaissance and Victorian art, which often portrayed angels as beautiful women with wings.
New Age spiritualism, which incorporates goddess worship and feminine spirit guides.
Roman Catholic depictions of cherubs and guardian angels, which have evolved into sentimental, feminized portrayals.

These cultural depictions have influenced many Christians and led to a distorted image of the spiritual realm.

The Danger of Embracing False Spiritual Beings

Accepting the concept of female angels without biblical backing can open doors to deception and false spiritual guidance.

2 Corinthians 11:14 warns us:

“And no marvel; for Satan himself is transformed into an angel of light.”

Demonic spirits often masquerade as benevolent beings, offering counterfeit spiritual experiences. The winged women in Zechariah represent this deception—a visual warning that not everything with wings and supernatural power is from God.

The enemy often mimics God's creation in subtle ways, twisting truth to appear beautiful or helpful. Discernment is vital.

1 John 4:1 commands:

“Beloved, believe not every spirit, but try the spirits whether they are of God: because many false prophets are gone out into the world.”

The True Role of Angels

Rather than speculate about feminine forms, we must focus on what God has clearly revealed about angels:

They serve God's purposes. (Psalm 103:20)
They protect and minister to God’s people. (Hebrews 1:14)
They are created beings, not to be worshipped. (Revelation 22:8–9)
They act in obedience to God's command. (Matthew 26:53)

True angels do not draw attention to themselves, nor do they act apart from God's will. Their primary function is to glorify God and assist in His divine plan.

Conclusion: Test All Things by the Word

While the world may embrace the image of female angels as gentle, loving guardians, the Bible paints a much different picture. Nowhere in Scripture is there a single mention of holy female angels. Zechariah 5:9, the only place where female winged beings appear, depicts them as transporters of wickedness, not messengers of God.

As believers, we must always compare supernatural claims or imagery to the infallible Word of God. The enemy is crafty and seeks to subvert truth through distortion. By knowing Scripture, we guard ourselves against error.

In the end, the Bible presents angels as mighty, holy messengers—never as feminine figures. And when the Bible is silent on a subject, we must be careful not to fill in the gaps with culture, fantasy, or personal feelings.

Let us be a people who test every spirit and cling to truth. Let us not accept what the Bible does not endorse.

By: Teresa Morin, President of Touch of God Int'l Ministries of Healing and Deliverance

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Tuesday, June 10, 2025