Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
seraph
noun
/ˈsɛr.əf/
Definition
A seraph is a celestial or heavenly being, often depicted with six wings, associated with divine love and light in various religious texts.
Examples
- In the artwork, a seraph appeared in a blaze of light, representing purity and grace.
- The poem described the seraph as a guardian of the heavens, watching over the world below.
Meaning
In a broader sense, a seraph symbolizes a high-ranking angel or an ethereal being that serves as a messenger or servant of the divine.
Synonyms
- angel
- cherub
- divine messenger
