Topical Encyclopedia The cherubim are a class of angelic beings frequently mentioned in the Bible, known for their unique and awe-inspiring form and appearance. They are often associated with the presence and glory of God, serving as guardians and attendants to the divine throne.Biblical Descriptions: 1. Genesis 3:24 · The first mention of cherubim occurs after the fall of man, where God places them at the east of the Garden of Eden to guard the way to the tree of life. "So He drove out the man and stationed cherubim to the east of the Garden of Eden, with a whirling sword of flame to guard the way to the tree of life." 2. Exodus 25:18-20 · In the construction of the Ark of the Covenant, God commands Moses to make two cherubim of gold. "And make two cherubim of hammered gold at the ends of the mercy seat. Make one cherub at one end and one cherub at the other end; all made from one piece with the mercy seat. The cherubim are to have wings that spread upward, overshadowing the mercy seat with their wings, and facing each other." 3. 1 Kings 6:23-28 · In Solomon's Temple, cherubim are described as large figures made of olive wood and overlaid with gold. "In the inner sanctuary, he made two cherubim, each ten cubits high. One wing of the first cherub was five cubits long, and the other wing was five cubits long as well. The second cherub was identical in size and shape." 4. Ezekiel 1:5-11 · Ezekiel provides a detailed vision of the cherubim, describing them as having a human form with four faces and four wings. "Within it was the form of four living creatures. And this was their appearance: They had a human form, but each had four faces and four wings. Their legs were straight, and the soles of their feet were like the hooves of a calf, gleaming like polished bronze. Under their wings on their four sides they had human hands. All four of them had faces and wings, and their wings were touching one another. They did not turn as they moved; each one went straight ahead." 5. Ezekiel 10:14-15 · Further elaboration on the cherubim's appearance is given, emphasizing their multifaceted nature. "Each one had four faces: the first face was the face of a cherub, the second the face of a man, the third the face of a lion, and the fourth the face of an eagle. Then the cherubim rose upward. These were the living creatures I had seen by the River Kebar." Symbolism and Function: The cherubim are often depicted as guardians of sacred spaces, symbolizing the holiness and inaccessibility of God's presence. Their multifaceted appearance, combining human, animal, and avian features, signifies their role as divine messengers and protectors. The wings of the cherubim, frequently mentioned in Scripture, represent swiftness and the ability to transcend earthly realms, further emphasizing their heavenly origin and purpose. In the tabernacle and temple, the cherubim serve as a visual reminder of God's covenant and His dwelling among His people. Their presence on the Ark of the Covenant and in the Holy of Holies underscores the sanctity of these spaces and the reverence due to God. The cherubim's form and appearance, as described in the Bible, reflect their exalted status among angelic beings and their integral role in the divine order. Their depiction in Scripture continues to inspire awe and reverence, pointing to the majesty and mystery of God's heavenly host. Torrey's Topical Textbook Ezekiel 1:5-11,13,14Also out of the middle thereof came the likeness of four living creatures. And this was their appearance; they had the likeness of a man. Torrey's Topical Textbook Library Ezekiel's vision (Preached Before the Queen at Windsor, June 16 ... The Night of Resurrection. The First Part Language of the New Testament. 1 in the Character of the Original ... 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