Add parallel Print Page Options

The First Murder

3-4 At harvest time,[a] Cain brought a gift to the Lord. He brought some of the food that he grew from the ground, but Abel brought some animals from his flock. He chose some of his best sheep and brought the best parts from them.[b]

The Lord accepted Abel and his gift. But he did not accept Cain and his offering. Cain was sad because of this, and he became very angry.

Read full chapter

Footnotes

  1. Genesis 4:3 At harvest time Literally, “at the end of days.”
  2. Genesis 4:3 He chose … from them Literally, “He brought some of his firstborn sheep, especially their fat.”

Bible Gateway Recommends

Croatian New Testament City Bible ERV--softcover
Croatian New Testament City Bible ERV--softcover
Retail: $19.99
Our Price: $18.49
Save: $1.50 (8%)
ERV Paperback Bible
ERV Paperback Bible
Retail: $6.99
Our Price: $5.49
Save: $1.50 (21%)
4.5 of 5.0 stars
Kannada Bible with References
Kannada Bible with References
Retail: $23.99
Our Price: $21.49
Save: $2.50 (10%)
Swahili New Testament Easy to Read Version (ERV)
Swahili New Testament Easy to Read Version (ERV)
Retail: $5.00
Our Price: $4.19
Save: $0.81 (16%)
ERV Holy Bible--soft leather-look, teal
ERV Holy Bible--soft leather-look, teal
Retail: $18.99
Our Price: $13.99
Save: $5.00 (26%)
4.5 of 5.0 stars
ERV Duotone Bible, Blue/Grey - Case of 24
ERV Duotone Bible, Blue/Grey - Case of 24
Retail: $455.76
Our Price: $334.99
Save: $120.77 (26%)
4.5 of 5.0 stars