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Genesis 4:9 Cross-References
Explore 8 cross-references for Genesis 4:9 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Genesis chapter 4 verse 9 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And the LORD said unto Cain, Where is Abel thy brother? And he said, I know not: Am I my brother's keeper?”
Genesis 4:9 (KJV)
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Commentary on Genesis 4:9
And the LORD said unto Cain, Where is Abel thy brother? And he said, I know not: Am I my brother's k... This passage belongs to the primeval history section (Genesis 1-11) which establishes universal truths about God, humanity, sin, and divine purposes before focusing on Abraham and Israel. These chapters answer fundamental questions about human origins, the spread of wickedness, God's judgment, and the preservation of a righteous remnant.Recurring patterns emerge: human sin escalating from individual disobedience to societal corruption, divine patience followed by judgment, gracious preservat...
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Cross-References for Genesis 4:9
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“but whoever confesses and renounces them finds mercy.”
“the devil”
“When he maketh inquisition for blood”
“and say in his heart”
“and they brought it to their father”
“didn't it remain your own? After it was sold”
“and said to him”
“'What does God know? Can he judge through the thick darkness?”