What is a charub?

Answer 1

In Hebrew theology, a Cherub (more properly called a Cherubim) is a winged celestial being similar to an angel. The ancient Hebrews thought angels to be humanlike, while the cherubim had wings and were animal-like. In the system of Hebrew angelology, cherubim are one of nine classes of angels. In Christian theology they are second order angels, usually ranked just below the seraphim. Cherubs are support the throne of God or act as guardian spirits. In early art, a cherubim is a winged angel clothed in red. It later was represented as a chubby, rosy-faced child with wings. The word is also used to describe a child having a sweet, innocent face.