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Cherub

also: Kerub, Cherubim

A class of divine guardian in the Hebrew and Christian traditions; in Genesis 3:24 the cherubim with a flaming sword guard the way back to Eden after the expulsion. In scene 3 of the drama, the Cherub drives Adam and Eve from paradise at the Lord's command.

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Mentioned in 3 works (5 mentions)

Collected Poems (319 Poems, 1837–1864) poem · 2 mentions
Only a Joke Drama · 1 mention
The Tragedy of Man Drama · 2 mentions

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