Genesis 4:9

Genesis 4:9 in 6 English translations. Each links through to the full chapter for context.

New International Version (NIV)

9Then the Lord said to Cain, “Where is your brother Abel?”
“I don’t know,” he replied. “Am I my brother’s keeper?”

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New American Standard Bible - NASB (NASB2020)

9Then the Lord said to Cain, “Where is Abel your brother?” And he said, “I do not know. Am I my brother’s keeper?”

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New American Standard Bible - NASB 1995 (NASB1995)

9Then the Lord said to Cain, “Where is Abel your brother?” And he said, “I do not know. Am I my brother’s keeper?”

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Amplified Bible (AMP)

9Then the Lord said to Cain, “Where is Abel your brother?” And he [lied and] said, “I do not know. Am I my brother’s keeper?”

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Berean Standard Bible (BSB)

9And the Lord said to Cain, “Where is your brother Abel?”
“I do not know!” he answered. “Am I my brother’s keeper?”

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New International Reader’s Version (NIrV)

9Then the Lord said to Cain, “Where is your brother Abel?”
“I don’t know,” Cain replied. “Am I supposed to take care of my brother?”

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