KJV ORIGINAL
And Cain said unto the LORD, My punishment is greater than I can bear.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
And Cain said to the LORD, 'My punishment is more than I can handle.'
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Cain is crying out to God that the consequences of his sin feel overwhelming and unbearable.
📚 Historical Context
In the biblical narrative of Genesis, Cain had just murdered his brother Abel out of jealousy after God accepted Abel's offering but not his own. God confronted Cain about his sin and pronounced a curse upon him, making him a restless wanderer on the earth as a consequence of his actions. This verse reflects Cain's immediate response, expressing his despair over the weight of the punishment he now faces.
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