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1 Kings 6:27 · KJV

"And he set the cherubims within the inner house: and they stretched forth the wings of the cherubims, so that the wing of the one touched the one wall, and the wing of the other cherub touched the other wall; and their wings touched one another in the midst of the house."

King James Version

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Passage Context

25And the other cherub was ten cubits: both the cherubims were of one measure and one size.
26The height of the one cherub was ten cubits, and so was it of the other cherub.
27And he set the cherubims within the inner house: and they stretched forth the wings of the cherubims, so that the wing of the one touched the one wall, and the wing of the other cherub touched the other wall; and their wings touched one another in the midst of the house.
28And he overlaid the cherubims with gold.
29And he carved all the walls of the house round about with carved figures of cherubims and palm trees and open flowers, within and without.

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Reflection Questions

1

How does the imagery of cherubim speak to your understanding of God's closeness?

2

What does it mean for you to have God present in your life?

3

When have you felt God's wings of protection around you?

Life Application

closeness

Seek ways to experience God's presence daily, whether through prayer, meditation, or nature.

worship

Consider how you can create a worshipful atmosphere in your home that reflects your relationship with God.

Places in This Verse

Jerusalem(Jerusalem today)

The location of the First Temple, where the cherubim were positioned to symbolize divine presence.

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