Psalms 18:10

     10. cherub—angelic agents (compare Ge 3:24), the figures of which were placed over the ark (1Sa 4:4), representing God's dwelling; used here to enhance the majesty of the divine advent. Angels and winds may represent all rational and irrational agencies of God's providence (compare Ps 104:3, 4).

      did fly—Rapidity of motion adds to the grandeur of the scene.

Psalms 99:1

     1. sitteth . . . cherubim—(compare 1Sa 4:4; Ps 80:1).

      tremble . . . be moved—inspired with fear by His judgments on the wicked.

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