In a message dated 11/23/2004 4:46:25 AM Central Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
The Midrash, I think, merely sated that
Cain had no previous event upon which to base the severity of his action...
and this may very well be true. However, in trying to read the best out
of the situation, we cannot ignore the previous paragraph where God tells Cain
to watch his attitude.
As far as the sacrifice goes, It is
probably not the sacrifice that was incorrect. Torah gives accounts of
sacrifices other than blood/flesh/animal sacrifices. Gen 4:5b-7 indicates a
severe problem between the two men and God is addressing it with Cain (cf.
Matt 5:23-24). The Prophets often speak of sacrifices not being given in the
proper "spirit" as well.
I the end, the sacrifice (even if it
contained all the right physical components) was an improper sacrifice because
Cain's innards were at war.
--
slade
I agree Laura
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