Cain and Abel

c. 3900 BC

Creation Old Testament

What Happened

Cain and Abel, sons of Adam and Eve, brought offerings to God. God accepted Abel's offering but rejected Cain's. In jealousy and rage, Cain murdered his brother Abel, becoming the first murderer in human history.

Biblical Significance

This event reveals how quickly sin escalated after the Fall, moving from disobedience to murder within one generation. Abel becomes the first martyr, and his blood cries out for justice from the ground.

Quick Facts

Date
c. 3900 BC
Era
Creation
Testament
Old Testament
Key Verses
4
Key People
4

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