What are cherubim?

Answer

Cherubim or cherubs are celestial beings involved in the worship and praise of God. They are first mentioned in the Bible in Genesis 3:24, “After He drove the man out, He placed on the east side of the Garden of Eden cherubim and a flaming sword flashing back and forth to guard the way to the tree of life.” Before his rebellion, Satan was a cherub (Ezekiel 28:12-15). The tabernacle and temple, along with their articles, contained many depictions of cherubim (Exodus 25:17-22;26:1,31;36:8;1 Kings 6:23-35;7:29-36;8:6-7;1 Chronicles 28:18;2 Chronicles 3:7-14;2 Chronicles 3:10-13;5:7-8;Hebrews 9:5).

Chapters 1 and 10 of the book of Ezekiel describe the “four living creatures” «Also out of the midst thereof came the likeness of four living creatures. And this was their appearance; they had the likeness of a man. », (Ezekiel 1:5) as the same beings as the cherubim (Ezekiel 10). Each had four faces—that of a man, a lion, an ox, and an eagle (Ezekiel 1:10;also 10:14)—and each had four wings. In their appearance, the cherubim “had the likeness of a man” «Also out of the midst thereof came the likeness of four living creatures. And this was their appearance; they had the likeness of a man. », (Ezekiel 1:5). These cherubim used two of their wings for flying and the other two for covering their bodies «And every one had four face

s, and every one had four wings. », (Ezekiel 1:6, 11, 23). Under their wings, the cherubim appeared to have the form, or likeness, of a man’s hand (Ezekiel 1:8; Ezekiel 10:7-8, 21).

The imagery of Revelation 4:6-9 also seems to describe cherubim. The cherubim serve the purpose of magnifying the holiness and power of God. This is one of their main responsibilities throughout the Bible. In addition to praising God, they also serve as a visible reminder of the majesty and glory of God and His abiding presence with His people.