Cain and Abel
The tragic story of Cain and Abel, whose offerings to God were received differently, ends in the first murder—a stark warning about the destructive power of envy.
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Cain and Abel, the sons of Adam and Eve, each brought offerings to God. While Abel’s offering was received with favor, Cain’s was not. Overcome by jealousy and anger, Cain lured his brother into a field and killed him.
When God confronted Cain about the deed, he tried to evade responsibility. As punishment, Cain was cursed to be a wanderer, marked by divine justice for his sin—a somber lesson on the cost of allowing envy to overcome brotherly love.
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This account highlights how unchecked sin can escalate to severe consequences even among family members.