Genesis 4:8
Vietnamese (Kinh Thánh Tiếng Việt 1925)
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This verse tells us that Cain, who was jealous of Abel, spoke with Abel and then, when they were alone in a field, Cain attacked and killed Abel. It highlights the tragic result of jealousy and anger.
Giải thích cho trẻ em
Imagine two friends who have a big argument. One friend, feeling really angry, hurts the other friend badly. This is what happened between Cain and Abel. Cain felt so mad that he hurt his own brother, and it's a sad story about how anger can make people do terrible things.
Bối cảnh lịch sử
Genesis was written by Moses around 1446-1406 BC. It was intended for the Israelites, who were about to enter the Promised Land. The story of Cain and Abel reflects the cultural setting of nomadic shepherds and farmers, and serves as a cautionary tale about the dangers of jealousy.
Áp dụng cho hôm nay
In modern times, this verse can remind us about the dangers of unchecked anger and jealousy. For example, a person might feel jealous of a colleague's success and could end up sabotaging their work instead of working on improving their own skills.