noun
- plural of seraph; six-winged angels of the highest rank in Christian and Jewish theology
Usage: biblical; theology
Examples
- The seraphim surrounded God’s throne in Isaiah’s vision.
- Medieval art often depicted seraphim with six wings covering their faces and feet.
- In the hierarchy of angels, seraphim are considered the highest order.
- The seraphim called out to one another in praise of the Lord.
- Renaissance painters portrayed seraphim as beautiful winged creatures.
- The prophet heard the voices of the seraphim singing holy songs.