Bible Questions and Answers

How can Abel still speak, even though he is dead? Is this literally true?

Hebrews 11:4 By faith Abel offered to God a more excellent sacrifice than Cain, through which he obtained witness that he was righteous, God testifying of his gifts; and through it he being dead still speaks.

No — the dead can’t speak.

It means he ‘speaks’ through the record of God’s commendation of him in accepting his sacrifice. This is a testament to his faith.

Genesis 4:4 Abel also brought of the firstborn of his flock and of their fat. And the LORD respected Abel and his offering,

I hope you find this helpful.

God bless,
Glenn