Raphael the Archangel is one of the seven archangels in Christianity, Judaism, and Islam. He is often associated with healing and guidance, and his name means "God heals." In the Book of Tobit, part of the Apocrypha, Raphael plays a key role in helping Tobit and his son Tobias, demonstrating his protective and healing abilities. In Christian art, Raphael is frequently depicted holding a staff and a fish, symbolizing his role in the story of Tobit. He is also considered a patron of travelers and the sick, reflecting his mission to assist and heal those in need.