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Cain's mark
Posted: 14 Feb 2022, 07:06
by Chinazo Anozie
Another interesting depiction by the author was Cain's mark. I thought the author really stretched his poetic license in calling Cain's mark an angel. In my opinion and from my understanding of the Bible, Cain's mark was placed by God to protect him from the harsh ramifications of his punishment. But this was different in the book.
What are your thoughts?
Re: Cain's mark
Posted: 02 Mar 2022, 06:05
by Angel Tochukwu
As one who is quite familiar with the Bible, I can recognize fiction from truth and treat it as such, but this would seem so confusing to one who isn't as grounded as I am. And yeah, Cain's mark was indeed placed by God to protect him. I just came across this discussion and I'm truly intrigued by what I've been seeing. Unfortunately, I haven't read this book yet and although I'm worried about the stretched poetic license you mentioned, I would endeavour to do so as soon as possible (it really does sound interesting).
Re: Cain's mark
Posted: 03 Mar 2022, 06:47
by Chinazo Anozie
Angel Tochukwu wrote: ↑02 Mar 2022, 06:05
As one who is quite familiar with the Bible, I can recognize fiction from truth and treat it as such, but this would seem so confusing to one who isn't as grounded as I am. And yeah, Cain's mark was indeed placed by God to protect him. I just came across this discussion and I'm truly intrigued by what I've been seeing. Unfortunately, I haven't read this book yet and although I'm worried about the stretched poetic license you mentioned, I would endeavour to do so as soon as possible (it really does sound interesting).
It is a very thought provoking read. Happy reading!
Re: Cain's mark
Posted: 17 Mar 2022, 09:34
by Regard003
No, I don't think it was different in the book. Cain mark was to protect him for those that wants to kill him and it was the same in the book. Although some scenes that weren't in the bible were added in the book I think the summary of the mark still remains the same. Protection
Re: Cain's mark
Posted: 20 Mar 2022, 00:29
by Zulaykha_001
I think Cain's mark is a blessing and curse, a blessing in the sense that it protected him from what would have been a very harsh judgement by the people in the circle, and a curse because everyone he loved died right before him, Eva and his son. So I feel the mark is interwoven
Re: Cain's mark
Posted: 12 Apr 2022, 11:33
by Bennaji
I think the whole idea of Cain's mark was exaggerated. It was meant to protect him but the whole concept of children being born with the mark was over exaggerated in my opinion.
Re: Cain's mark
Posted: 24 Apr 2022, 06:08
by Chinazo Anozie
Bennaji wrote: ↑12 Apr 2022, 11:33
I think the whole idea of Cain's mark was exaggerated. It was meant to protect him but the whole concept of children being born with the mark was over exaggerated in my opinion.
I completely agree.
Re: Cain's mark
Posted: 28 Apr 2022, 08:45
by Bennete+
I don't know about others but Cain's mark points to his protection and also the children born from angels. I think it was quite creative of the author. Those thinking it is exaggerated may be missing something.
Re: Cain's mark
Posted: 13 May 2022, 03:39
by Ola_Elise
Bennaji wrote: ↑12 Apr 2022, 11:33
I think the whole idea of Cain's mark was exaggerated. It was meant to protect him but the whole concept of children being born with the mark was over exaggerated in my opinion.
To some extent, I believed it was possible because a father's wrongdoing might be traced down to his third generation. It's possible that the mark on children because of the father's action isn't an exaggeration.
Re: Cain's mark
Posted: 22 May 2022, 23:40
by fire_spice
Nazzo wrote: ↑14 Feb 2022, 07:06
Another interesting depiction by the author was Cain's mark. I thought the author really stretched his poetic license in calling Cain's mark an angel. In my opinion and from my understanding of the Bible, Cain's mark was placed by God to protect him from the harsh ramifications of his punishment. But this was different in the book.
What are your thoughts?
I agree! The author stretches a lot in the book.
Re: Cain's mark
Posted: 25 May 2022, 02:43
by Delioness
Cain's mark was placed on him for his protection and the author said so explicitly. The only downside was that the mark fell in love with Eva and conceived a son with her.
Re: Cain's mark
Posted: 29 May 2022, 01:17
by Zaynnie
It wasn't any different in the book, the author stated it that the mark of Cain is in form of an angel that will protect him from any harm. I used to think Cain's mark was a form of punishment but after reading the book I realized it was more like the Godhead wants to give Cain a second chance thereby giving him the mark
Re: Cain's mark
Posted: 30 May 2022, 00:59
by fire_spice
Nazzo wrote: ↑14 Feb 2022, 07:06
Another interesting depiction by the author was Cain's mark. I thought the author really stretched his poetic license in calling Cain's mark an angel. In my opinion and from my understanding of the Bible, Cain's mark was placed by God to protect him from the harsh ramifications of his punishment. But this was different in the book.
What are your thoughts?
The writer was simply telling a story. He wanted to use the story to explain and illustrate his thoughts concerning the origin and foundations of man. A lot like talking about philosophy through stories. I think he used creativity to achieve that and he said it in the introduction; that his goal is to explain things as simply as possible.
Re: Cain's mark
Posted: 09 Jun 2022, 01:04
by Prestige-best
Generally, the mark was for protection.
Re: Cain's mark
Posted: 09 Jun 2022, 14:30
by Maris Charles M
Angel Tochukwu wrote: ↑02 Mar 2022, 06:05
As one who is quite familiar with the Bible, I can recognize fiction from truth and treat it as such, but this would seem so confusing to one who isn't as grounded as I am. And yeah, Cain's mark was indeed placed by God to protect him. I just came across this discussion and I'm truly intrigued by what I've been seeing. Unfortunately, I haven't read this book yet and although I'm worried about the stretched poetic license you mentioned, I would endeavour to do so as soon as possible (it really does sound interesting).
I totally agree with you. At some point i felt the author was over telling the story. He added alot I found this subject uninteresting.
I agree! The author stretches a lot in the book.