Zuriel

Ruler of the order of PRINCIPALITIES and the sign of Libra. Zuriel means “my rock is God.” Zuriel is one of 70 angels who protect newborn infants. (See CHILDBIRTH ANGELS .) In MAGIC he is invoked against stupidity. Zuriel is sometimes equated with Uriel and in that aspect governs the month of September.

Zophiel (Zaphiel)

A chieftain who assists the archangel Michael when he bears his standard in battle. Zophiel means “God’s spy.

Zerachiel (Saraqael, Suriel, Verchiel)

Angel of the sun and the month of July and ruler of Leo. Zerachiel is described as one of the seven angels who “keep watch” in 1 ENOCH and 4 EZRA .

Zepar

One of the FALLEN ANGELS and 72 spirits of SOLOMON . Zepar is a duke who appears wearing red clothing and armed like a soldier. He makes women love men and can transform them into other shapes until they have been enjoyed by their lovers. Alternately, he makes women barren.

Zehanpuryu YHVH

In 3 ENOCH , angelic PRINCE in the seventh HEAVEN who ranks higher than Metratron. Zehanpuryu means “this one sets free.” Zehanpuryu is a guardian of the seventh hall of the seventh heaven, and he is a member of the heavenly court of law. According to Metatron in 3 Enoch, the angel is so named because “he is angry at the RIVER OF FIRE and quenches it in its place” (18:21). Zehanpuryu bows down to Azbogah. He also is one of the ANGELS OF MERCY.