The Hebrew word for "accepted" is "שְׂאֵת" (se'et), which can also mean "lifted up" or "exalted." This suggests that doing what is right elevates one's standing before God. In the context of Cain and Abel, it implies that God looks favorably upon those who live ...
Matthew 5:22- But I tell you that anyone who is angry with his brother will be subject to judgment. Again, anyone who says to his brother, `Raca, ' is answerable to the Sanhedrin. But anyone who says, `You fool!' will be in danger of the fire of hell. ...