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Hybrid Beasts in the Bible

Author
Cyndi Parker, Taylor Gray
Published
Thu 17 Oct 2024
Episode Link
https://contextmatters.simplecast.com/episodes/0804-R7narCcN

Although cherubim in European art are cute, small, and angelic, the ancient world thought of them as terrifying protectors. In today's conversation, Dr. Gray continues to describe what we can learn about the ancient world by looking at their art. What did these people believe about hybrid creatures like the cherubim, seraphim, and sea serpents play? What role do these creatures play in the Bible?

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See depictions of seraphim HERE

See the sea serpent on Kudurru boundary stones HERE

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