Genesis 4:15
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King James Version (modern wording)
And the LORD said unto him, Therefore whosoever slays Cain, vengeance shall be taken on him sevenfold. And the LORD set a mark upon Cain, lest any finding him should kill him.
Genesis 4:15 (KJV)
American Standard Version
And Jehovah said unto him, Therefore whosoever slayeth Cain, vengeance shall be taken on him sevenfold. And Jehovah appointed a sign for Cain, lest any finding him should smite him.
Genesis 4:15 (ASV)
Berean Standard Bible
“Not so!” replied the LORD. “If anyone slays Cain, then Cain will be avenged sevenfold.” And the LORD placed a mark on Cain, so that no one who found him would kill him.
Genesis 4:15 (BSB)
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What does Genesis 4:15 say?
Genesis 4:15 in modern King James wording reads: "And the LORD said unto him, Therefore whosoever slays Cain, vengeance shall be taken on him sevenfold. And the LORD set a mark upon Cain, lest any finding him should kill him."
Where is Genesis 4:15 found in the Bible?
Genesis 4:15 is verse 15 of chapter 4 of the book of Genesis, in the Old Testament. Genesis has 50 chapters.
Which translations of Genesis 4:15 can I read here?
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