In the verdant Garden of Delight, where serenity reigned supreme, resided Primal Man. He lived in harmonious unity with his Creator and the wondrous creatures that inhabited the earth. Yet, a spark of doubt was fostered within his heart by a sly serpent, Creation who whispered him forbidden power. Adam, beguiled, fell prey to the evil allure and partook from the Tree of Knowledge. His innocence was lost, and with it, the harmony of the Garden. Doomed, Adam and Eve faced the heavy consequences of their choice, forever altering the course of human history.
A Brother's Jealousy
It started innocent. John always was given the best toys first. He was always the favorite, and little Tim felt neglected. As John grew, his achievements ignited a fire of jealousy in Tim's heart. Every success John earned was a nail hammered into the coffin of Tim's self-esteem. He began to resent his brother, harboring feelings of bitterness and anger that festered.
The inaugural victim
The hushed silence pressed down upon the gathering. They stood in a circle, their countenances shadowed by the flickering torchlight. The stone platform lay bare, awaiting its terrible purpose. A young initiate stood trembling, her hollow stare fixed upon the flickering embers. Her fate was sealed, a terrible necessity to appease the ancient gods.
God's Bargain With Cain
After the tragedy/sin/incident of Abel's murder/death/taking, Cain was cast out/exiled/banished from his home/community/ancestral land. In a shocking/unexpected/remarkable turn, God made a promise/covenant/agreement with Cain, assuring him of protection/safety/deliverance. This deal/compact/bond was meant to guide/warn/deter Cain from further evil/violence/destruction, and it served as a reminder/warning/premonition of the consequences/repercussions/punishments for his actions/deeds/crimes. God placed a mark/sign/symbol upon Cain, perhaps/possibly/maybe to identify him and warn/protect/separate others from him.
Expelled from Eden
The story of mankind's expulsion from the Garden in the Eden is a tale as old as. Once, living, humans enjoyed perfect harmony with God and nature. However, tempted by a cunning serpent, they opted for the forbidden fruit, disobeying God's command. Their choice to the fruit resulted in a change in their relationship with God and the world around them.
Our legacy includes pain. We stand divided from perfect fellowship. And yet, within this fallen world, a glimmer of hope remains.
Marked by Murder
The target was found unexpectedly in the morning/afternoon/evening. Their remains bore indications of a savage struggle. The site displayed clues pointing towards a deliberate murder. The investigators, determined, examined every aspect hoping to unearth the name behind this tragic act.