Abel

Abel is the second son of Adam and Eve and the brother of Cain. Abel is murdered by his brother Cain, but God notices the blood of Abel. The blood of Abel in the New Testament refers to righteous people who died even though they were innocent.

The Name Abel

Related Bible passages

Genesis 4.1 - Genesis 4.16 Matthew 23.35 Hebrews 11.4 Hebrews 12.24 Luke 11.51

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