Cain & Abel Explained: Why the First Murder Reveals Universal Moral Law

Why does the Bible's first murder story matter for understanding human moral responsibility? This video explores how Cain's infamous question—"Am I my brother's keeper?"—is answered with a resounding YES by the narrative itself, and reveals a surprising biblical critique of civilization.

Key concepts covered:
• Universal Moral Law: How Cain can be guilty without any written commandment—the imago Dei principle
• Fraternal Responsibility: Why the word "brother" appears seven times, making all murder essentially fratricide
• Pastoral vs. Settled Life: The biblical tension between Abel the shepherd and Cain the city-builder
• Human Moral Agency: God's warning that "sin couches at the door" but CAN be mastered
• Prelude to the Flood: How this story sets the trajectory for humanity's descent into violence

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