Cherubs or correctly called Cherubim when referring to more than one; are in the 1st Rank of the Nine Choirs of Angels. Together with Seraphim and Thrones. Their name means 'All Knowing' and can also be spelt as Kerubim. They are the second highest to God and are entirely turned to Him, even seen as part of Him.
They have been seen in many decades and cultures as cute babes or young children with innocence and purity. This it seems was a way of depicting the pure essence of divine love; a complete innocence and positive energy untainted by anything at all. I think it is a beautiful way to see this extremely high power and unassuming authority in the Angel Art we have around the world today.
However their name is thought to possibly derive from 'Kerub', a Hebrew term meaning "fullness of knowledge" or "one who intercedes". This came from the Akkadian term Karabu, who was a winged Guardian being of Assyria. The Karabu had the bodies of sphinxes or bulls and the heads of humans. Their job was to guard the entrances to very important buildings. As to say to get to God you must go past them.
The Cherubim of the Israelites matches this with the sphinxes of the ancient Near East, serving as both Guardian and Throne. Cherubim are mentioned 91 times in the Hebrew Bible. They also are described in REVELATION in the New Testament. They make their first appearance in the Bible in Genesis 3:22. God places them at the east entrance to the Garden of Eden, guarding it with pure untaintedlove.
Another description is in EZEKIEL 1:4–28, when Cherubim appear as living creatures having four faces and four wings. Ezekiel is by the river Chebar when he has a vision of a great cloud flashing fire, and a fire gleaming like bronze in the middle. The four living creatures each have the faces of a man, an ox, a lion, and an eagle. They have four wings, two of which touch the other creatures and two of which cover the body. They stand on straight legs that end in calf’s feet. They are like burnished bronze.
There are many religious descriptions however the underlying tone is that of being Guardians, listening only to their creator, defending him and ushering all below them to walk in his light and protection. This is why in our Modern Age we see them as beings of peace, protecting our loved ones. However we must remember their strength and ability to pour love into our lives. They work high above our Guardian Angels and advise them spiritually in ways of enlightening us to our faith and love of all things divine.
A Cherubs role
- initially to protect the Garden of Eden and remove Adam and Eve
- from Genesis 3:24 we learn that cherubs were assigned to guard the tree of life with flaming swords
- to serve God and pass on his directions to other spiritual beings/Angels so they can be a part of Gods glory
- to protect places of worship and rulers/ministers
- work on heavenly records to keep order in the universe
- to assist people in clearing away negativity so that they too can find glory, soul power, spiritual awareness and turn to higher wisdom
- Cherubim are according to the original meaning of the Hebrew name, here to create love, for couples to live married happily ever after
- TOPAZ - I looked, and I saw beside the cherubim four wheels, one beside each of the cherubim; the wheels sparkled like TOPAZ. Ezekiel 10:9
- Ezekiel 28:13 'You were in Eden, the garden of God; Every precious stone was your covering: The sardius, topaz, and diamond, Beryl, onyx, and jasper, Sapphire, turquoise, and emerald with gold.'
Quick Cherub Facts...
- Chiefs of the Cherubim are Ophaniel, Rikbiel, Cherubiel, Raphael, Gabriel, Zophiel, and Satan before his fall.
- Kabbalah, a mystical branch of Judaism, says that Archangel Gabriel leads the cherubim.
- Fictional angels that look like chubby young children began to appear in artwork during the Renaissance period.
- They work with Archangel Metatron to record all life paths, decisions and wisdom. Both the past, present and future are recorded, updated and monitored with the assistance of Metatron. They assess holiness, love, spiritual understanding and light energy.
- According to the Koran, the tears Michael cries over the sins of the faithful form the Cherubim.
- Satan was a cherub, before becoming a fallen Angel. Satan is not actually a name but a description of this being who decided he was above or equal to God. The name means resister, adversary and rebel; no actual name was given.
- Angel Hierarchy is not seen in some religions as it is believed they are all equal, capable of both good and bad, and ultimately judged by God/Creator/One.
To connect with Cherubs you simply have to ask!
Cherubim are known for their purity and messengers of pure love in people's lives. So if you are needing to feel complete, whole, loved or even to be in love then ask for a cherub to assist your journey. They will clear away anything that is stopping you from seeing your own divine light and attracting the love you desire. A cherub is extremely powerful and will work with your Angels and spiritual team to give them the wisdom or records required to guide you. To place you in light where you can see the love in everything around you and attract only positive people or situations.
Try saying..."Dear Cherubim of the highest orders, please assist my journey whilst here on earth. Allow me to see divine love and experience the purity within. I thank you Cherubim for setting me free to know only love, light and peace."
