BibleProject Why Do Cain's Descendants Show Up After the Flood? – Family of God E10 Q+R
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Feb 1, 2021 Dive into fascinating biblical questions like the origins of Cain's wife and the existence of Cain's descendants after the flood. Explore the implications of Cain's legacy, from music to metallurgy, and consider how ancient traditions meet modern scholarship. Delve into identity and gender in Genesis, questioning whether Adam represents all humanity. The conversation also navigates Paul’s letters' rhetoric, Old Testament violence versus New Testament compassion, and the continuity of God’s covenant with Israel. A thought-provoking journey through scripture awaits!
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Cain's Wife and City
- Cain finding a wife and building a city suggests the existence of people outside the Garden of Eden.
- The Bible doesn't explicitly mention other people, but the narrative implies their presence.
Paul's Apparent Contradiction
- In 1 Corinthians 11, Paul seems to contradict Genesis by saying man was created first, then woman.
- Paul likely quotes the Corinthians' misinterpretation, then corrects it, emphasizing interdependence in Christ.
Conquest Narratives and Morality
- The conquest narratives present a moral challenge, raising questions about God's character and violence.
- These narratives depict God's judgment on corrupt Canaanites, similar to the flood, but with Israelites as instruments.
