angel of death” is a spiritual entity found in various religions and belief systems responsible for ushering souls from the physical world to the afterlife. 

• Azrael: The most prominent figure identified as the “angel of death” in Judaism and Islam. In Hebrew, his name means “whom God helps.” He is known as Malak al-Maut in Islamic tradition, where he is one of the four archangels tasked with separating souls from their bodies.
• Biblical References: While Azrael is not mentioned by name in the Christian Bible, there are instances where “an angel of the Lord” carries out mass destruction or takes lives at God’s command, such as in 2 Kings 19:35. These angels are acting as God’s servants and do not have autonomy in causing death.
• Other Figures: Other figures associated with death in different lores include Samael in Talmudic texts, the Destroying Angel in the Hebrew Bible, and the personification of the grim reaper in Western culture. 

In Media and Entertainment

The term “Angels of Death” is used as the title for multiple fictional works. 

Angels of Death (Psychological Horror Series) 

This is a popular Japanese psychological horror series that originated as an RPG Maker video game and has since been adapted into a manga, novel, and anime television series. 

• Plot: The story follows a young girl named Rachel Gardner (Ray), who wakes up with amnesia in a mysterious, multi-level building. She encounters Isaac “Zack” Foster, a scythe-wielding serial killer. They make a deal to work together to escape the building, after which he promises to kill her.
• Availability: The anime series is available for streaming on platforms like Crunchyroll and Funimation, and the original game can be purchased on Steam and for Nintendo Switch and Xbox. 

Angels of Death (Warhammer 40,000 Animated Series) 

This is an animated web series set in the Warhammer 40,000 universe, produced for the Warhammer+ streaming service. 

• Plot: The series follows a band of Blood Angels Space Marines as they face a dangerous foe, focusing on the chapter’s struggle with their inherent genetic flaw that makes them prone to rage and visions.
• Style: It is known for its distinct visual style, using stark black and white imagery with bold red highlights, capturing the grim and brutal atmosphere of the Warhammer 40k setting. 

In Criminology

In criminology, “angel of death” is a media nickname used to describe healthcare professionals convicted of murdering their patients. Notable examples include Beverley Allitt, Charles Cullen, and Harold Shipman.