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Feb 14 Blog

What Happened to Cain in the Bible?

In the Book of Genesis, we are told about Cain’s birth, his violent act of fratricide and his subsequent exile. We learn that he married and had descendants, but the Bible is strangely mute about his death.

Nov 21 Blog

Who Was the Wife of Cain?

By: Biblical Archaeology Society Staff

Who did Cain marry? Where did she come from? Mary Joan Winn Leith suggests that while the Israelite storyteller knew that other men and women in Genesis existed outside of Eden, they did not matter to him or factor into his account. He was concerned with Adam and Eve and their progeny—not those outside of this group.

Aug 25 Blog

The Origin of Sin and Death in the Bible

By: Megan Sauter

What is the origin of sin and death in the Bible? Who was the first sinner?

Apr 28 Blog

Cain and Abel in the Bible

By: Elie Wiesel

World-renowned author and Nobel Peace Prize winner Elie Wiesel reflects on the Biblical figures Cain and Abel in a Supporting Roles column for Bible Review.

Sep 15 Blog

The Washington Post’s Gene Weingarten Discovers the True Adam and Eve Story

By: Biblical Archaeology Society Staff

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what happened to cain

what happened to cain Latest

What Happened to Cain in the Bible?

Who Was the Wife of Cain?

The Origin of Sin and Death in the Bible

Cain and Abel in the Bible

The Washington Post’s Gene Weingarten Discovers the True Adam and Eve Story

Must-Read Free eBooks

A Digger’s Life: A Guide to the Archaeology Dig Experience

The Dead Sea Scrolls: Past, Present, and Future

Biblical Peoples—The World of Ancient Israel

The Holy Bible: A Buyer’s Guide

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what happened to cain

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What Happened to Cain in the Bible?

Who Was the Wife of Cain?

The Origin of Sin and Death in the Bible

Cain and Abel in the Bible

The Washington Post’s Gene Weingarten Discovers the True Adam and Eve Story

Must-Read Free eBooks

A Digger’s Life: A Guide to the Archaeology Dig Experience

The Dead Sea Scrolls: Past, Present, and Future

Biblical Peoples—The World of Ancient Israel

The Holy Bible: A Buyer’s Guide

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