# Good Angel — The Tragical History of Doctor Faustus character guide

> Good Angel in The Tragical History of Doctor Faustus by Christopher Marlowe.

**Role:** supporting

**Also known as:** Angel, Good Angel Sweet Faustus

**First appearance:** 0008-scene-v

## Who they are

The heavenly voice at Faustus's shoulder, urging him toward repentance, prayer, and the mercy that might still undo his bargain.

## Relationships

### [Mephistopheles](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_tragical_history_of_doctor_faustus_se/characters/mephistopheles)

_rivalry_

The Good Angel and Mephistopheles are direct spiritual adversaries, each vying for Faustus's soul.

### [Lucifer](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_tragical_history_of_doctor_faustus_se/characters/lucifer)

_rivalry_

The Good Angel and Lucifer are cosmic enemies, representing divine salvation versus eternal damnation.

## In the story

### [Dramatis Personae](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_tragical_history_of_doctor_faustus_se/chapters/dramatis-personae)

A spiritual figure who advises Faustus toward repentance.

### [The Tragical History of Doctor Faustus](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_tragical_history_of_doctor_faustus_se/chapters/the-tragical-history-of-doctor-faustus)

Represents Faustus's conscience, urging him to repent.

## Links

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