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In the biblical Book of Genesis, Cain [a] and Abel [b] are the first two sons of Adam and Eve. [1] Cain, the firstborn, was a farmer, and his brother Abel was a shepherd. The brothers made sacrifices, each from his own fields, to God. God regarded Abel's offering, but not Cain's.
Cain and Abel - Adam made love to his wife Eve, and she became pregnant and gave birth to Cain. She said, “With the help of the LORD I have brought forth a man.” Later she gave birth to his brother Abel. ...
Feb 8, 2024 · Learn about the first brothers in the Bible, Cain and Abel, who had different occupations, offerings, and fates. Read the biblical account, the meaning behind their actions, and the references to them in the New Testament.
Feb 22, 2024 · Learn about the first brothers in the Bible and their different choices, sacrifices, and consequences. Explore the symbolism and lessons of their story for human nature and God's mercy.
Cain and Abel. 4 Now Adam knew Eve his wife, and she conceived and bore Cain, saying, “I have gotten[ a] a man with the help of the Lord.” 2 And again, she bore his brother Abel.
Genesis 4:8 tc The MT has simply “and Cain said to Abel his brother,” omitting Cain’s words to Abel. It is possible that the elliptical text is original. Perhaps the author uses the technique of aposiopesis, “a sudden silence” to create tension.
Read the biblical account of Cain and Abel, the first brothers in the Bible, and their rivalry, murder and consequences. Learn about the genealogy of Cain and Abel's descendants and the origin of the name of the Lord.
