Six Degrees of Kevin Bacon with Cain from the Bible

The popular game "Six Degrees of Kevin Bacon" challenges players to connect any Hollywood actor to Kevin Bacon in six steps or less. But have you ever wondered if this game could be played with characters from the Bible? Let’s try it with Cain, the first son of Adam and Eve who famously killed his own brother Abel.

Step 1: Cain to Noah

Noah is the grandson of Cain’s father Adam. According to the Bible, Noah was chosen by God to build an ark and save himself, his family, and two of every kind of animal from the great flood. Interestingly, the phrase "40 days and 40 nights" that is commonly associated with the flood is actually only mentioned in the Bible once, in the story of Noah.

Step 2: Noah to Abraham

Abraham is another important figure in the Bible who is known as the father of many nations. He was chosen by God to be the founder of a great people, and his descendants include the Israelites and ultimately Jesus Christ. One of the most famous stories about Abraham is when he was willing to sacrifice his son Isaac, showing his faith and trust in God.

Step 3: Abraham to Moses

Moses is a central figure in the Old Testament who was chosen by God to lead the Israelites out of slavery in Egypt and into the Promised Land. He received the Ten Commandments from God on Mount Sinai and performed many miracles, including parting the Red Sea so that the Israelites could escape from the pursuing Egyptian army.

Step 4: Moses to King David

King David is one of the most well-known figures in the Bible, famous for defeating the giant Goliath and for being a man after God’s own heart. He is also known for writing many of the psalms in the Bible, which are still used in worship today. David was chosen by God to be the second king of Israel after Saul and his reign is often seen as a golden age in Israel’s history.

Step 5: King David to Jesus Christ

Jesus Christ is the central figure in Christianity and is believed by many to be the Son of God who came to earth to save humanity from sin. He performed many miracles, including healing the sick and raising the dead, and his teachings have influenced countless people throughout history. Interestingly, Jesus was descended from King David through his mother Mary, fulfilling an Old Testament prophecy.

Step 6: Jesus Christ to Kevin Bacon

Kevin Bacon may not seem like an obvious choice to connect to Jesus Christ, but there is actually a connection. In the 2003 movie "Mystic River," Bacon played Sean Devine, a police detective investigating the murder of the daughter of his childhood friend Jimmy Markum, played by Sean Penn. The movie was directed by Clint Eastwood, who also directed the 2004 film "Million Dollar Baby," which starred Hilary Swank as a female boxer. Swank also starred in the 2007 film "P.S. I Love You," which featured a cameo by none other than… Jesus Christ. In a dream sequence, Swank’s character receives a message from her deceased husband, played by Gerard Butler, who is dressed up as Jesus.

In conclusion, while it may have taken six steps to connect Cain to Kevin Bacon, it is interesting to see how many famous and influential figures in the Bible are connected to each other, and to Hollywood. As for Cain, his story serves as a cautionary tale about the consequences of jealousy and anger, as he was cursed by God to wander the earth after killing his brother Abel. The Bible teaches us in Proverbs 14:29 that "Whoever is patient has great understanding, but one who is quick-tempered displays folly." May we all strive to be patient and avoid the folly that can come from anger and jealousy.