Haniel, and Raphael, with later Judaism recording the name Phanuel as an alternate of Uriel.4 The first biblical reference to angels is the mention of cherubim (Gen. 3:24). Unlike other angels who are messengers of God, cherubim are never portrayed in the Bible as delivering divine revelation to humans.5 Cherubim is the Hebrew plural form of cherub, a term for high-ranking, powerful, and majestic beings (never specifically called angels) who serve as guardians of the holiness of God, surround
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