A statue of an angel holding someone means the angel is preparing to show him or her the way to Heaven.
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Divine Angels
This gallery contains pictures of angels that can be placed in cemeteries in various poses,each one having a different and special meaning.
Angels are one of God's most sacred creatures and are found in most cultures. Angels have been known to be messengers or intermediaries between God and humans, and are meant to help lead the way to Heaven. That is why so many Angels are on headstones.