Original Word: כְּרוּב
Part of Speech: Proper Name Location
Transliteration: Kruwb
Pronunciation: keh-ROOB
Phonetic Spelling: (ker-oob')
Definition: Cherub
Meaning: Kerub

Kerub, a place in Bab.

The same as kruwb; Kerub, a place in Bab.:

see HEBREW kruwb

Word Origin
from the same as kerub
Definition
a place in Bab.
NASB Translation
Cherub (2).

Word Origin: Derived from the root כְּרוּב (kerub), which is often associated with the concept of a guardian or protector, particularly in a sacred context.

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The concept of cherubim is not directly translated into a specific Greek term in the New Testament. However, the Greek term "Χερουβείμ" (Cheroubeim) is used in the Septuagint, the Greek translation of the Hebrew Bible, to refer to cherubim. This term is a transliteration of the Hebrew כְּרוּב (Kerub).

Usage: The term Kerub is used in the Hebrew Bible to denote a specific type of angelic being associated with the presence of God. Cherubim are often depicted as guardians of the divine throne or as part of the divine chariot.

Context: • The term כְּרוּב (Kerub) appears in various contexts within the Hebrew Bible, primarily in descriptions of the divine throne and the tabernacle or temple. Cherubim are first mentioned in Genesis 3:24, where they are placed at the east of the Garden of Eden to guard the way to the tree of life. In Exodus 25:18-22, cherubim are described as part of the mercy seat on the Ark of the Covenant, symbolizing the presence of God. In 1 Kings 6:23-28, Solomon's temple features large cherubim figures in the inner sanctuary, emphasizing their role as guardians of sacred space.
• The imagery of cherubim is also prominent in prophetic visions, such as those found in Ezekiel 1 and 10, where they are described as part of the divine chariot, bearing the throne of God. These descriptions highlight their role as powerful and majestic beings, often depicted with multiple wings and faces, symbolizing their multifaceted nature and divine purpose.
• The cherubim's role as protectors and attendants of the divine presence underscores their significance in the biblical narrative, serving as a reminder of the holiness and inaccessibility of God without divine mediation.

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