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in the Bible, son of Adam and Eve, a shepherd, killed by his older brother, Cain; in the Gospel of St. Matthew, mentioned as the first martyr.

 
 
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In the Bible, the son of Adam and Eve who was slain by his elder brother, Cain.


 
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