ophanim
/əʊˈfanɪm/Theology
noun
One of the orders of angels; specifically the ‘wheels’ or wheel-like beings described in the vision of Ezekiel (Ezekiel 1:15-20).
- In the apocryphal book of Enoch, the ophanim are the third highest order in the hierarchy of angels, and are sometimes known instead as ‘thrones’..
Origin
Early 19th century. From Hebrew 'ōpannīm wheels, plural of 'ōpan, 'ōpān wheel.
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