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Ophanim

Ophanim are heavenly beings mentioned in biblical visions, most notably in descriptions of the divine throne. They are portrayed as interlocking wheels, often covered with eyes, moving in coordinated patterns alongside other celestial figures. Rather than acting as messengers, the Ophanim function as carriers or supports of divine presence, emphasizing order, mobility, and surveillance. Their imagery conveys ideas of cosmic organization, control, and the dynamic relationship between the divine realm and the structured universe.

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