# Cain — Verses on Various Occasions character guide

> Cain in Verses on Various Occasions by John Henry Newman.

**Role:** minor

**First appearance:** 0025-xxiii-the-brand-of-cain

## Who they are

First murderer, subject of a poem about his mark.

## In the story

### [XXIII: The Brand of Cain](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/verses_on_various_occasions_se/chapters/xxiii-the-brand-of-cain)

Referenced as the origin of the brand, symbolizing sin and divine punishment.

### [The Religion of Cain](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/verses_on_various_occasions_se/chapters/xcvi-the-religion-of-cain)

Cain is referenced as 'Adam's eldest born' who trained humanity in selfish rule, asking 'Am I my brother's keeper?' and tearing asunder Christ's bonds.

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