Sins Of The Father [VERIFIED]

In Exodus and Deuteronomy, the phrase is a warning that sin—specifically idolatry—creates a legacy of brokenness that can last through the "third and fourth generation".

Sins of the Father - Bible Verses and Meaning of Parental Sin Sins of the Father

Books like Ezekiel and Jeremiah argue for individual responsibility, stating that every person will die for their own sin, not their ancestors'. In Exodus and Deuteronomy, the phrase is a