Luther on Sin and the Flood: Commentary on Genesis

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“Cain is the image and picture of all hypocrites and murderers, who kill under the show of godliness. Cain, possessed by Satan, hides his wrath, waiting the opportunity to slay his brother Abel; meanwhile he converses with him, as a brother beloved, that he might the sooner lay his hands upon him unawares.” (Page 11)

“And true it is that liars run much risk of being discovered and unmasked. Hence the Germans have the proverb, ‘A lie is a very fruitful thing.’ For one lie begets seven other lies, which become necessary to uphold the first lie.” (Page 14)

“And the same judgment awaits all the sons of Cain, popes, cardinals, and bishops, who, although they plan murder against us day and night, say likewise, ‘I know not: Am I my brother’s keeper?’” (Page 16)

“present itself, you would soon hear them speak in a very different tone. Truly, ‘there is death in the pot,’ 2 Kings 4:4” (Page 12)

“Even to the present day every Methodist preacher must pass an examination in Wesley’s writings before ordination” (Page 7)