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== Symbolized as trees ==
== Symbolized as trees ==
The following are examples where angels (perhaps Cherubim specifically) are symbolized by [[trees]]:
The following are examples where angels (perhaps Cherubim specifically) are symbolized by [[trees]]:
[[Image:Tree.jpg|thumb|250px|The Bible sometimes symbolizes angels as trees.]]
* In {{Bible ref|book=Judges|chap=9|verses=8-15}} it tells a parable of the trees seeking to anoint a king, with the Olive Tree, Fig Tree, and Vine all refusing promotion, and the Bramble accepting, and telling them to put their trust in him or fire will come out to devour the Cedars of Lebanon.
* In {{Bible ref|book=Judges|chap=9|verses=8-15}} it tells a parable of the trees seeking to anoint a king, with the Olive Tree, Fig Tree, and Vine all refusing promotion, and the Bramble accepting, and telling them to put their trust in him or fire will come out to devour the Cedars of Lebanon.
* In {{Bible ref|book=Psalms|chap=52|verses=8}} David compares himself to an Olive Tree in the house of God who trusts in the mercy of God forever and ever. This is similar also to {{Bible ref|book=Psalms|chap=92|verses=12-13}}.
* In {{Bible ref|book=Psalms|chap=52|verses=8}} David compares himself to an Olive Tree in the house of God who trusts in the mercy of God forever and ever. This is similar also to {{Bible ref|book=Psalms|chap=92|verses=12-13}}.