Download or read book The Wanderer Scorned The ancient Bible story of Cain and Abel reimagined from Cain s perspective written by Natasha Woodcraft and published by Broad Place Publishing. This book was released on 2024-03-28 with total page 234 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “Sin is crouching at the door, ready to pounce. You must master it before it masters you!" Kayin is The Wanderer: A legend shrouded in a curse. A man untouchable, unable to farm or settle. Centuries after the horrendous act that defines his life, Kayin recounts his soul-stirring chronicle, exposing the far-reaching fallout of his parents' expulsion from Eden and revisiting the moments that shattered his youthful faith. Then came forbidden love and rejection, driving a wedge irrevocably between Kayin and his brother, with tragic consequences. Why did God scorn Kayin’s sacrifice? What transpired during that final, fateful encounter in the field? The Wanderer Scorned is the first instalment in The Wanderer Biblical Historical fiction series, immersing readers in the ancient Genesis 4 epoch. A profound exploration of the first murder, it brings the Bible to life in a fresh way, delving into the character of the Creator Yahweh and His earliest interactions with humankind.
Download or read book The Wanderer Scorned written by Natasha Woodcraft and published by . This book was released on 2024-03-28 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Wanderer Scorned is gripping Biblical Historical Fiction, reimagining the first murder from Cain's point of view. Experience the ancient tale like never before.
Download or read book The Wanderer Scorned written by Natasha Woodcraft and published by Wanderer Series. This book was released on 2022-08 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An ancient tale reimagined in gripping new fiction, The Wanderer Scorned is a fictional retelling of the Biblical Cain and Abel story, from Cain's point of view.
Download or read book Cain Abel and the Politics of God written by Julián Andrés González Holguín and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2017-07-06 with total page 325 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Genesis story of Cain’s murder of Abel is often told as a simplistic contrast between the innocence of Abel and the evil of Cain. This book subverts that reading of the Biblical text by utilising Giorgio Agamben’s concepts of homo sacer, the state of exception and the idea of sovereignty to re-examine this well-known tale of fratricide and bring to the fore its political implications. Drawing from political theory, philosophy, and psychoanalysis, this book creates a theoretical framework from which to do two things: firstly, to describe and analyse the history of interpretation of Genesis 4:1-16, and secondly to propose an alternative reading of the Biblical text that incorporates other texts inside and outside of the Biblical canon. This intertextual analysis will highlight the motives of violence, law, divine rule, and the rejected as they emerge in different contexts and will evaluate them in an Agambenian framework. The unique approach of this book makes it vital reading for any academic with interests in Biblical Studies and Theology and their interactions with politics and ethics.
Download or read book A Spiritual View of Cain Abel and Seth and the Building of the City of Enoch written by Abiel Silver and published by Kessinger Publishing. This book was released on 2005-12 with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions that are true to the original work.
Download or read book Biblical Historical Fiction Sampler The Wanderer Scorned The first murderer tells his story written by Natasha Woodcraft and published by WW&S Publishing. This book was released on 2023-08-09 with total page 84 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Experience the first 7 chapters of The Wanderer Scorned in this Sample edition! Kayin is The Wanderer. His legend looms large, shrouded in a curse that’s become his life's defining mark—a man untouchable, unable to farm or settle. In the shadow of centuries, his descendants succumb to darkness, invoking the very curse that has haunted their forefather to shield themselves from the consequences of murder. Now The Wanderer recounts his chronicle, confronting the weight of his guilt, unveiling his shame, and exposing the far-reaching aftermath of his parents' expulsion from Eden. As Kayin unfolds the heart-wrenching saga from his perspective, he revisits the moments that dismantled his youthful faith and the forbidden love that drove an irrevocable wedge between him and his brother, with tragic consequences. Why did God favour his brother's sacrifice while scorning his? What transpired during their final, fateful encounter in the field? The Wanderer Scorned is the first instalment in The Wanderer Historical fiction series, immersing readers in the Genesis 4 epoch, when ancient creatures roamed and the echoes of The Fall clashed with the foundations of belief. This novel promises a journey into the heart of spirituality and humanity's struggles. A profound exploration of faith and doubt, it brings the Bible to life in a fresh way, exploring the character of the Creator God and His earliest interactions with humankind. We know that taking a chance of a new author can be hard. That's why you can start your soul-stirring journey with The Wanderer by downloading this sampler now! It features the first seven chapters of the book – plenty to dig your teeth into before deciding if you want to purchase the full version.
Download or read book Onslaught against Innocence written by Andre LaCocque and published by James Clarke & Company. This book was released on 2010-06-24 with total page 172 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is a literary-critical analysis of the myth of Cain and Abel, masterfully related in Genesis 4 by the Yahwist, probably the greatest storyteller in the Hebrew Bible. The Yahwist narrates the initial slaughter of one human being by another, and strikingly, it is described as fratricidal. The book explores the anthropological, theological, and psychological dimensions of this universal myth and shows the readers such a vivid and intense story that one feels like will never get to the bottom of it. Thus, after a deep reading, this well known story is much more than what could seem at first sight; it can be said to be the portrait of human that is always torn between the innocence of Eden and its denial; between what is considered 'doing well' and 'not doing well'.
Download or read book Cain and Abel written by William Jones and published by Global Press. This book was released on with total page 11 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Cain and Abel: A Story of Rebellion, Judgment, and Grace delves into one of the most iconic tales from ancient scriptures, unraveling the complex dynamics of human nature and the eternal struggle between good and evil. In this captivating book, we explore the profound narrative of Cain and Abel, shedding light on its enduring lessons of consequence, redemption, and divine grace. Through meticulous analysis and insightful storytelling, this book breathes new life into the age-old tale. It examines the motivations, choices, and consequences that led to the fateful encounter between two brothers, Cain and Abel, and the subsequent repercussions that reverberated through generations. Cain and Abel goes beyond a simple retelling of the story; it delves into the depths of human emotions, the nature of jealousy, and the devastating consequences of unchecked anger. It explores the universal themes of sibling rivalry, the desire for validation, and the struggle to reconcile with one's own shortcomings. While the narrative explores the dark depths of Cain's rebellion and the tragic outcome of his actions, it also reveals the unyielding presence of divine judgment and the unfathomable depths of divine grace. Through Cain's journey of remorse and the mercy extended to him, readers are invited to reflect on their own capacity for forgiveness, transformation, and redemption. This book is not just an exploration of an ancient story; it is a mirror reflecting the complexities of the human condition. It reminds us of the eternal struggle within ourselves and the choices that define our paths. It challenges readers to confront their own tendencies towards envy, resentment, and anger while embracing the transformative power of divine grace and the potential for redemption. Moreover, Cain and Abel sparks a conversation about the nature of divine judgment and its purpose in the grand tapestry of human existence. It compels readers to examine their understanding of justice, mercy, and the delicate balance between accountability and second chances. Whether you are a believer seeking deeper spiritual insights or an inquisitive reader captivated by the timeless power of ancient tales, Cain and Abel: A Story of Rebellion, Judgment, and Grace offers a thought-provoking journey. It invites you to reflect upon your own struggles, choices, and capacity for growth, ultimately leading you to a greater understanding of the complexities of human nature and the unfathomable depths of divine love and forgiveness. Prepare to be captivated, challenged, and inspired as you embark on this enlightening exploration of the profound narrative of Cain and Abel—a story that continues to resonate across cultures and generations, revealing profound truths about the human experience and the boundless grace that awaits those who seek it.
Download or read book Cain and Abel in Text and Tradition written by John Byron and published by BRILL. This book was released on 2011-02-14 with total page 275 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Cain and Abel story is riddled with linguistic ambiguities and narrative gaps. Jewish and Christian interpreters often expanded the story in an attempt to fill the gaps and answer questions. This book traces the interpretive history of Genesis 4.
Download or read book A Dark Direction written by Pastors Rob T. Lewis and published by Christian Faith Publishing, Inc.. This book was released on 2023-02-09 with total page 145 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is a book written so people could get to know more about who Cain was, as most only know him as the man who killed his brother Abel. The book engages in a plausible forensic study of Cain's character and explores his humanity. This study is not dogmatic but provides probability to help determine who he may have been and how his life has impacted many. The writers used Scriptures to aid in mapping a possible psyche which led to the following questions: Was there a sibling rivalry? Was there possible animosity or jealousy? What was his childhood like, and how did he relate to his other siblings? Most importantly, what kind of relationship did he have with his twin brother, Abel? This book is not written as a rewrite of biblical Scripture or to create sympathy for Cain but written to explore his conceivable personality. Here is the case for Cain. You be the judge.
Download or read book The Changes of Cain written by Ricardo J. Quinones and published by Princeton University Press. This book was released on 2014-07-14 with total page 293 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Era by era, from the writings of the classical Christian epoch up to East of Eden and Amadeus, from Philo to Finnegans Wake, Ricardo Quinones examines the contexts of a master metaphor of our culture. This brilliant work is the first comprehensive book on the Cain and Abel story. "Ricardo Quinones takes us on a grand tour of Western civilization in his admirable book, which reveals the riches of the Cain-Abel story as it develops from its Biblical origin to Citizen Kane and Michel Tournier. This is cultural history and literary criticism of the first order, finely written, formidably but gracefully erudite, and illustrating the capacity of Judeo-Christian culture and the modernity emerging from it constantly to criticize the darker side of its own foundations and realizations."--Joseph Frank "Ricardo J. Quinones skips Biblical and Talmudic exegesis to follow Cain and Abel through later centuries, from classical times to the present. What he uncovers sheds light on important shifts of consciousness and behavior in European and American culture. . . . Quinones writes with true eloquence and conviction. . . ."--James Finn Cotter, The Hudson Review "Quinones's study of how [the] three Cains were transformed by Romanticism and Modernism into a sometimes positive, sometimes negative, but always necessary archetype of the modern world is literary and cultural analytic history at its very best."--Choice Ricardo J. Quinones is Josephine Olp Weeks Professor of English and Comparative Literatures, and Director of the Gould Center for Humanistic Studies, at Claremont McKenna College in Claremont, California. He is the author of The Renaissance Discovery of Time (Harvard), Dante Alighieri (Twayne), and Mapping Literary Modernism: Time and Development (Princeton). Originally published in 1991. The Princeton Legacy Library uses the latest print-on-demand technology to again make available previously out-of-print books from the distinguished backlist of Princeton University Press. These editions preserve the original texts of these important books while presenting them in durable paperback and hardcover editions. The goal of the Princeton Legacy Library is to vastly increase access to the rich scholarly heritage found in the thousands of books published by Princeton University Press since its founding in 1905.
Download or read book Outside of Eden written by M. W. Scarlata and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2012-06-28 with total page 270 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This study is an examination of the principal ancient translations of Gen. 4.1-16 in the Hebrew Bible. The goal is to understand the translation techniques adopted by the translators, to what extent external influences may have affected their work, and how each version communicates its message through its literary form. In addition to the versional renderings of the Hebrew text, this inquiry also takes into account various ancient Jewish and Christian interpretations of the Cain narrative. The primary focus of the work is on the diverse exegetical tendencies of Hebrew Bible translation in the ancient world and on how these interpretations were transmitted in particular cultural milieus.
Download or read book The Mark of Cain written by Ruth Mellinkoff and published by Univ of California Press. This book was released on 2023-04-28 with total page 196 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For few verses in the Bible is the relationship between scripture and the artistic imagination more intriguing than for the conclusion of Genesis 4:15: "And the Lord set a mark upon Cain, that whosoever found him should not kill him." What was the mark of Cain? The answers set before us in this sensitive study by art historian Ruth Mellinkoff are sometimes poignant, frequently surprising. An early summary of rabbinic answers, for examples runs as follows: R. Judah said: "He caused the orb of the sun to shine on his account." Said R. Nehemiah to him: "For that wretch He would cause the orb of the sun to shine! Rather, he caused leprosy to break out on him...." Rab said: "He gave him a dog." Abba Jose said: "He made a horn grow out of him." Rab said: "He made him an example to murderers." R. Hanin said: "He made him an example to penitents." R. Levi said in the name of R. Simeon b. Lakish: "He suspended judgment until the flood came and swept him away." After a review of such early Jewish and Christian exegesis, Mellinkoff divides physical interpretations on the mark into three groups: "A Mark on Cain's Body," "A Movement of Cain's Body," and "A Blemish Associated with Cain's Body." Her discussion of these groups is the heart of her study and offers its richest examples of interplay among medieval art and imaginative literature, on the one hand, and biblical exegesis, on the other. Thus in one remarkable tour de force, she shows us how a poetic misprision of Genesis 4:24 - "Sevenfold vengeance will be taken for Cain: but for Lamech seventy times sevenfold" - made Lamech the murderer of Cain; how there then grew up the legend that Lamech, a hunter, had killed Cain when he mistook him for an animal; how from that, the notion that the mark of Cain was a horn or horns on Cain's head arose (in the poignant formulation of the Tanhuma Midrash: "Oh father, you have killed something that resembles a man except it has a horn on its forehead!"); and how from that, in the maturity of the legend, there flowered Cornish drama, Irish saga, and stunning reliefs of a dying, antlered Cain in the cathedrals of Vezelay and Autun. Like Genesis 4:15 itself, 'The Mark of Cain' is suggestive rather than comprehensive. Concluding chapters on "Intentionally Distorted Interpretations of Cain's Mark" and "Cain's Mark and the Jews" bring the history down to our own day, but Mellinkoff does not claim to have said the last word on the subject. Her achievement is neither documentary nor exegetical but rather demonstrative: she shows us with brilliant economy how the artistic imagination functioned in a world whose intellectual definition was a closed canonical text.
Download or read book Cain the Wanderer written by John Edmund Reade and published by . This book was released on 1829 with total page 356 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Death of Cain in Five Books After the Manner of the Death of Abel 1790 written by A Lady and published by . This book was released on 2009-05 with total page 156 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions that are true to the original work.
Download or read book Cain a Mystery written by George Gordon Byron Byron, Baron and published by Kessinger Publishing. This book was released on 2005-12-01 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions that are true to the original work.
Download or read book Cain and Abel written by Jonathan Moore and published by E-Booktime Llc. This book was released on 2008-12-01 with total page 64 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The question of why Cain killed his brother Abel is one of the most enduring mysteries of the Bible. In Cain and Abel, the day¿s events surrounding the murder are brought to life in rich, textured yet crystal-clear blank verse. Powerful, intelligent characters drive this unforgettable story.
