ANGELS WITH FOUR WINGS

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ANGELS WITH FOUR WINGS

In the Holy of Holies of Solomons Temple the Ark of the Covenant is protected by eight angels each equipped with two pairs of wings (could they be biplanes ?)

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Angels Biplanes Concepts Covenant Equipped Holies Judaism Pairs Protected Solomon Solomons Wings

EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative and mystical image from the annals of Jewish history, eight angels are depicted in the Holy of Holies of King Solomon's Temple, guarding the sacred Ark of the Covenant. The Ark, a gold-plated wooden chest, was believed to house the Tablets of the Law, the Ten Commandments given to Moses by God. It was the most sacred object in the Jewish faith and was considered the very presence of God on Earth. The angels in this print are each shown with four wings, two pairs spread out behind them, creating an intricate and otherworldly display. Some scholars suggest that the depiction of angels with multiple pairs of wings may have been influenced by ancient Near Eastern art or may represent the angels' ability to move between the earthly and heavenly realms. The Holy of Holies was the most inner sanctum of the Temple, accessible only to the High Priest once a year on the Day of Atonement. It was a place of awe and reverence, where the divine presence was believed to dwell. The presence of these powerful angels, with their outstretched wings, would have added to the sense of otherworldliness and protection for those who entered this most sacred space. This image offers a glimpse into the rich and complex symbolism of ancient Jewish religious art and the deep reverence for the divine that animated the faith of the people of Israel. It is a reminder of the enduring power of religious imagery to inspire and transport us to realms beyond our everyday experience.

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