Cherubs in the Bible: Guardians and Messengers of God

In the Bible, a cherub (plural: cherubs) is a type of angelic being that serves as a guardian or messenger. They are mentioned in several books of the Bible, including Exodus, Ezekiel, and Psalms.

In the Old Testament, cherubs are described as having human faces and wings, and they are often depicted as protecting the Ark of the Covenant. In Ezekiel, cherubs are described as having four wings and four faces: a human face, an ox's face, a lion's face, and an eagle's face.

In Christian tradition, cherubs are sometimes depicted as cute, chubby children with wings, but this is not based on the biblical description. Instead, it is a later artistic convention that developed in the Middle Ages.

In some Christian traditions, cherubs are believed to be lower in rank than seraphim and archangels, but higher than angels. They are often associated with the throne of God and are thought to serve as guardians and protectors of heaven.