χερούβ
cheroub
G9717
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Greek
a cherub
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cheroub denotes the plural heavenly figures positioned above the ark and overshadowing the mercy seat.
The attested use names plural figures above the ark, described as overshadowing the mercy seat in Hebrews 9:5.
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Figures above the ark · dominant
The nominative plural neuter form occurs in the clause about figures above the ark. In Hebrews 9:5 the APB renders the scene, "Above the ark were the cherubim of glory overshadowing the mercy seat."
In the Anselm Project Bible: In Hebrews 9:5 the APB presents the term as "the cherubim of glory" above the ark and overshadowing the mercy seat.