Paranormal Encyclopedia. Cherubim (Kerubim, Kerubs) The Cherubim were originally the ancient protectors of the Mesopotamian Tree of Life.
They were often depicted supporting the thrones of deities and kings.They are closely related to (and often identical to) the sphinx. In the Judeo-Christian tradition, they are the four vast, winged creatures described in the visions of Ezekiel, each winged creature bearing four faces: a lion, a bull, eagle, and human head. In later Christian tradition, the four Cherubim (tetramorphs) are associated with the four evangelists of the New Testament. OBEAH AND ORISHA: The Seven African Powers. Generally, the most common manifestation of Obeah found today, although maybe not practiced on an individual basis, is blended with Orisha-worship.
Orisha is a monotheistic faith brought to the Americas via the slave trade and most commonly associated with Yoruba. The two main fractions of Orisha in the new world are Spiritual Orisha and Baptist Orisha, both of which, on the surface, carry a very heavy Christian ring or appearance about them. Self-Initiation for the Solitary Witch. Greek and Latin Learning Tools. ASL Browser. American Sign Language. Lyrics.com - your music community with the largest searchable lyrics database.