Genesis 4:12

Dutch (BB) 2016 BasisBijbel

Want je zal niet langer voldoende van deze grond kunnen oogsten om van te leven. Je zal voortaan moeten rondzwerven."

Wat betekent dit?

This verse is God speaking to Cain after he killed his brother Abel. God tells Cain that the ground will no longer give him good crops, and he will be forced to wander the earth as a fugitive.

Uitgelegd voor kinderen

Imagine you're playing in a garden, and you do something really bad. Now, that garden won't grow flowers for you anymore, and you have to move to a new place far away where you don't know anyone.

Historische achtergrond

This verse is from the book of Genesis, traditionally attributed to Moses around 1446-1406 BC. It was written for the ancient Israelites, providing them with a foundational story of human origins and early conflicts.

Toepassing voor vandaag

Today, if someone does something wrong, they might face consequences like losing their job or having to move away. Just like Cain, they might feel like they're wandering without a home.

Onderwerpen

• judgment
• punishment
• sin
• wandering
• consequences
• repentance

Gerelateerde verzen

• Genesis 4:14
• Numbers 15:30
• 1 John 3:12
• Hebrews 11:37
• 1 Peter 2:11

Aanbevolen literatuur

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Veelgestelde vragen

Why did God punish Cain?

God punished Cain because he killed his brother Abel, which was a serious sin. This verse shows that God holds people accountable for their actions.

What does it mean to be a 'fugitive and a vagabond'?

Being a 'fugitive and a vagabond' means Cain had to wander the earth without a home and was always on the run, unable to settle down.

How did Cain react to this punishment?

In Genesis 4:13-15, Cain expressed his fear and worry about his future, showing that he was deeply affected by God's punishment.

Is there any hope for Cain after this punishment?

The Bible doesn't directly state if Cain repented, but it does show that God provided a mark for Cain to protect him, indicating there might still be hope for him.