Is the crypto creature known as Bigfoot really a religious icon doomed to walk the Earth for his sins? What could possibly doom one man to such a hell?
What if I told you that man was Cain. He who killed Able. Son to Adam and Eve. Maybe you’ve heard of him?
This theory comes according to a 2008 paper by then-Mormon Mentality blogger Matt Bowman. He bases his theory on a 1835 letter describing a meeting between David Patten and Cain.
Patten described the encounter thusly:
This is further corroborated by a 1919 manuscript which included a reference to an attack by a hairy, talking humanoid described as Cain.
As far as Bigfoot lore goes, this theory provides an out for at least one major hole. Bigfoot would be an immortal creature and not a new species which would explain why he’s so elusive. It’s far more of a challenge to catch one man than a thriving, natural animal bloodline.
Thanks to Tijuana Taxi on Twitter for this tip.