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For the cherubim spread forth their wings over the place of the ark, and the cherubim covered the ark and the poles of it above.
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The Cherubim's Covering
Commentators highlight the imagery of the cherubim spreading their wings to cover and protect the Ark of the Covenant. This action signifies the holiness and sacredness of the space where God's presence dwelled. Scholars note the specific Hebrew words used connect this act to other key descriptions of the cherubim's role, emphasizing their function as guardians of the holy.
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2 Chronicles
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19th Century
Anglican
For the cherubims spread forth their wings. —Rather, And the cherubim were spreading forth wings. Kings has for (kî<…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
(See Gill on 2 Chronicles 5:1).
Presbyterian
The ark was a type of Christ, and, as such, a token of the presence of God. That gracious promise, Lo, I am with you alway, even unto the end o…
