Dr. Taylor Gray is an Assistant Research Professor of Classics and Ancient Mediterranean Studies at Penn State, and today we focus on how the art of the ancient Near East helps us understand the Bible in new ways.
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?
Find out more about Dr. Gray HERE
See depictions of cherubim HERE
See depictions of seraphim HERE
See the sea serpent on Kudurru boundary stones HERE
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