# Abel — Olney Hymns character guide

> Abel in Olney Hymns by John Newton.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** Abel By Newton Genesis

**First appearance:** 0004-2-cain-and-abel

## Who they are

The righteous shepherd, whose acceptable sacrifice and faith are commended in scripture.

## In the story

### [Cain and Abel](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/olney_hymns_se/chapters/2-cain-and-abel)

Righteous brother whose faith was approved by God, and who was killed by Cain.

### [The Burdened Sinner](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/olney_hymns_se/chapters/6-the-burdened-sinner)

Mentioned as the victim of Cain's murder, whose blood cries out for justice.

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