2535. Kain

Lexicon

Kain: Cain

Original Word: Καϊν
Part of Speech: Proper Noun, Indeclinable
Transliteration: Kain
Pronunciation: kah-een'
Phonetic Spelling: (kah'-in)
Definition: Cain
Meaning: (Hebrew), Cain, son of Adam and Eve and brother of Abel.

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

Cain.

Of Hebrew origin (Qayin); Cain, (i.e. Cajin), the son of Adam -- Cain.

see HEBREW Qayin

NAS Exhaustive Concordance

Word Origin
of Hebrew origin Qayin
Definition
Cain, a son of Adam
NASB Translation
Cain (3).

Thayer's Greek Lexicon

STRONGS NT 2535: Κάϊν

Κάϊν (WH Κάϊν (cf. Ἰ´, ἰ at the end)), ὁ, indeclinable (in Josephus with a Greek ending, Καις, Καιτος; Hebrew קַיִן i. e. a spear, although the author of Genesis, , derives it from קָנָה to produce, beget, acquire, so that it is equivalent to קִנְיָן, Psalm 104:24 (cf. B. D. American edition under the word)), Cain, the fratricide, the first-born son of Adam: Hebrews 11:4; 1 John 3:12; Jude 1:11.

Topical Lexicon

Word Origin: Of Hebrew origin (קַיִן, Qayin)

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: H7014 קַיִן (Qayin)

Usage: The name Cain is used in the New Testament to refer to the firstborn son of Adam and Eve, known for committing the first murder by killing his brother Abel.

Context: Καϊν (Kain) is a proper noun in the Greek New Testament, representing the Hebrew name קַיִן (Qayin). Cain is a significant figure in biblical history, primarily known from the Old Testament narrative in Genesis 4. He is the firstborn son of Adam and Eve and the older brother of Abel. The account of Cain and Abel is foundational in understanding themes of sin, jealousy, and divine justice.

In the New Testament, Cain is mentioned in several passages, serving as a moral and theological example. In Hebrews 11:4, Abel's faith is contrasted with Cain's actions, highlighting the importance of faith and righteousness. Jude 1:11 warns against following "the way of Cain," which is associated with envy, unrighteousness, and rebellion against God. Additionally, 1 John 3:12 explicitly states, "Do not be like Cain, who belonged to the evil one and murdered his brother. And why did he murder him? Because his own deeds were evil, while those of his brother were righteous."

The story of Cain and Abel is often interpreted as a lesson on the consequences of sin and the importance of offering sincere worship to God. Cain's offering was rejected by God, not because of the type of offering, but due to the condition of his heart. This narrative underscores the biblical principle that God desires genuine devotion and righteousness from His followers.

Forms and Transliterations

Καιν Καὶν Κάϊν Kain Kaìn

Englishman's Concordance

Hebrews 11:4 N
GRK: Ἅβελ παρὰ Καὶν προσήνεγκεν τῷ
NAS: sacrifice than Cain, through which
KJV: sacrifice than Cain, by which
INT: Abel than Cain offered

1 John 3:12 N
GRK: οὐ καθὼς Καὶν ἐκ τοῦ
NAS: not as Cain, [who] was of the evil one
KJV: Not as Cain, [who] was of
INT: not as Cain [who] of the

Jude 1:11 N
GRK: ὁδῷ τοῦ Καὶν ἐπορεύθησαν καὶ
NAS: the way of Cain, and for pay
KJV: in the way of Cain, and
INT: way of Cain they went and

Strong's Greek 2535
3 Occurrences

Καὶν — 3 Occ.