Genesis 4:6 web — Yahweh said to Cain, "Why are you angry? Why has the expression of your face fallen?

World English Bible

"Yahweh said to Cain, "Why are you angry? Why has the expression of your face fallen?"

— Genesis 4:6, World English Bible

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Genesis 4 — Context

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As time passed, it happened that Cain brought an offering to Yahweh from the fruit of the ground.

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Abel also brought some of the firstborn of his flock and of its fat. Yahweh respected Abel and his offering,

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but he didn't respect Cain and his offering. Cain was very angry, and the expression on his face fell.

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Yahweh said to Cain, "Why are you angry? Why has the expression of your face fallen?

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If you do well, will it not be lifted up? If you don't do well, sin crouches at the door. Its desire is for you, but you are to rule over it."

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Cain said to Abel, his brother, "Let's go into the field." It happened when they were in the field, that Cain rose up against Abel, his brother, and killed him.

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Yahweh said to Cain, "Where is Abel, your brother?" He said, "I don't know. Am I my brother's keeper?"

Genesis 4:6 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Genesis 4:6 say?
Genesis 4:6 in the World English Bible reads: “Yahweh said to Cain, "Why are you angry? Why has the expression of your face fallen?”
Where is Genesis 4:6 in the Bible?
Genesis 4:6 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Genesis, chapter 4, verse 6.
Who wrote Genesis?
Genesis is traditionally attributed to Moses (traditional). Anciently attributed to Moses; many modern scholars view Genesis as a compilation of older oral and written sources finalized in or after the Babylonian exile. It was written c. 1446–1406 BC.
What is the book of Genesis about?
Genesis is the book of beginnings — the origin of the universe, humanity, sin, and the covenant family God chose to bless the nations. It traces creation, the fall, the flood, and the lives of the patriarchs Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and Joseph, laying the foundation for the rest of Scripture and pointing forward to the redemption that comes through the promised seed.
What are the major themes of Genesis?
Genesis explores themes including Creation, Fall, Covenant, Faith, Family, Promise. These themes shape the meaning and context of Genesis 4:6.
What translation should I read Genesis 4:6 in?
Genesis 4:6 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Genesis 4:6?
Genesis 4:6 reads (WEB): “Yahweh said to Cain, "Why are you angry? Why has the expression of your face fallen?” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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