Cain Murders Abel

The first family produces the first murder when Cain kills his brother Abel out of jealousy.

creationOld Testament

What Happened

Both brothers bring offerings to God — Abel's is accepted, Cain's is not. Instead of addressing what went wrong, Cain lets his anger fester and kills Abel in a field. When God asks where Abel is, Cain delivers the infamous reply: 'Am I my brother's keeper?' God curses Cain to wander the earth but places a protective mark on him.

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Genesis

The First Murder and What Came After

The first family fractures when jealousy turns deadly. Cain kills his brother Abel, gets confronted by God, and walks away carrying both a curse and unexpected protection. What follows is a lineage that builds cities and invents music — but also multiplies violence.

Key People

CainAbelAdamEveGod

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