ΡΟΥΒΙΜ, ρουβιμ
RHOUBIM, rhoubim
Sounds Like: roo-BIM
Translations: Cherubim, cherubs
From the root: ΧΕΡΟΥΒ
Part of Speech: Proper Noun
Explanation: This word is a transliteration of the Hebrew word for 'cherubim', which are a type of angelic being described in the Bible. The spelling 'ΡΟΥΒΙΜ' appears to be a misspelling or an alternative transliteration of 'ΧΕΡΟΥΒΙΜ'. These beings are often depicted as having wings and multiple faces, serving as guardians or attendants to God. They are frequently mentioned in contexts related to God's throne or presence.
Inflection: Plural, Does not inflect (as a transliterated proper noun)
Strong’s number: G5502 (Lookup on BibleHub)
Unknown: Yes
Instances
Justin Martyr
- Dialogue with Trypho the Jew — 120:1
From the same root
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