Question

*The biblical story of Cain and Abel is a story about two brothers who gave offerings to God. Abel's offering was accepted by God, but Cain's was not. Jealous, Cain killed his brother. When God asked Cain where Abel was, Cain said, Am I my brother's keeper? By saying this, Cain implied that what his brother did was his own business. (Genesis 4:1-16)

What is significant about "Cain's heresy" in this passage? (5 points)

Answer 1

Cain's resentment towards the fact that his brother Abel was God's favorite out of the two of them is strong enough for him to commit two sins. Not only did he kill his brother but, on being questioned by God Himself, Cain refused to give Him a direct and honest answer. The petulance in his response shows no remorse for what he has done.