Genesis 4:5

But unto Cain and to his offering he had not respect. And Cain was very wroth, and his countenance fell.

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Other Translations for Genesis 4:5

BSB
but He had no regard for Cain and his offering. So Cain became very angry, and his countenance fell.
AKJV
But to Cain and to his offering he had not respect. And Cain was very wroth, and his countenance fell.
CPDV
Yet in truth, he did not look with favor on Cain and his gifts. And Cain was vehemently angry, and his countenance fell.
ERV
but unto Cain and to his offering he had not respect. And Cain was very wroth, and his countenance fell.
NHEB
but he did not look favorably on Cain and his offering. Cain was very angry, and the expression on his face fell.
SMT
And to Cain and to his offering he looked not: and Cain will be very angry, and his countenance will fall.

Commentary for Genesis 4:5

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Genesis 4:5
Summary
Cain rejected, becomes angry and downcast in appearance
Event
Cain's offering rejected; he grows angry
Estimated Time Period
Pre-history
Category
Narrative