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Description

Continuing our study on Twin Stories and sibling rivalries, this episode takes a nuanced look at the story of Cain and Abel from Genesis 4.

Topics Covered:

-Twins Stories, sibling rivalries review of background.

-Importance of patterns in theme.

-What is wisdom literature?

-Why did God reject Cain's sacrifice?

-Repetition as a literary technique in ancient narratives.

-The test, and human choices.

-Dichotomy of mercy and justice.

-The origins of violence.

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