According to foundational Islamic scholarship, Angels (al-Malā'ikah) are a creation of Allah, fashioned from pure light (Nūr), and form a cornerstone of Islamic faith (Iman). As detailed in the Quran and the teachings of Prophet Muhammad, they are celestial beings who are inherently obedient, lacking the capacity to sin or defy Allah's commands. Classical commentators like Ibn Kathir explain that their existence is dedicated to ceaseless worship and the execution of divine duties. These duties are vast, ranging from conveying revelation, as performed by the archangel Jibrīl, to meticulously recording human deeds, a task assigned to the Kirāman Kātibīn. The linguistic root of their Arabic name, stemming from 'messengership', highlights their primary role as intermediaries in the divine administration of the universe. Unlike humans and jinn, angels are free from physical needs and desires, allowing them to fulfill their functions tirelessly. Belief in them fosters in a Muslim a profound sense of divine order, accountability, and the comforting knowledge of unseen protectors.