New International Version “But suppose this son has a son who sees all the sins his father commits, and though he sees them, he does not do such things: New Living Translation “But suppose that sinful son, in turn, has a son who sees his father’s wickedness and decides against that kind of life. English Standard Version “Now suppose this man fathers a son who sees all the sins that his father has done; he sees, and does not do likewise: Berean Standard Bible Now suppose this son has a son who sees all the sins his father has committed, considers them, and does not do likewise: Berean Literal Bible And behold, If he begets a son, and he sees all the sins of his father that he has done—and he sees and does not do likewise— King James Bible Now, lo, if he beget a son, that seeth all his father's sins which he hath done, and considereth, and doeth not such like, New King James Version “If, however, he begets a son Who sees all the sins which his father has done, And considers but does not do likewise; New American Standard Bible “Now behold, he has fathered a son who saw all his father’s sins which he committed, but he has seen them and does not do likewise. NASB 1995 “Now behold, he has a son who has observed all his father’s sins which he committed, and observing does not do likewise. NASB 1977 “Now behold, he has a son who has observed all his father’s sins which he committed, and observing does not do likewise. Legacy Standard Bible “Now behold, he has a son who has seen all his father’s sins which he has done. And he saw this but does not do likewise. Amplified Bible “Now behold, if this [wicked] man has a son who has observed all the sins which his father committed, and considers [thoughtfully what he has observed] and does not do like his father: Berean Annotated Bible Now suppose this son has a son who sees all the sins his father has committed, considers them, and does not do likewise: Christian Standard Bible “Now suppose he has a son who sees all the sins his father has committed, and though he sees them, he does not do likewise. Holman Christian Standard Bible Now suppose he has a son who sees all the sins his father has committed, and though he sees them, he does not do likewise. American Standard Version Now, lo, if he beget a son, that seeth all his father's sins, which he hath done, and feareth, and doeth not such like; Contemporary English Version But suppose this evil man has a son who sees his father do these things and refuses to act like him. English Revised Version Now, lo, if he beget a son, that seeth all his father's sins, which he hath done, and feareth, and doth not such like, GOD'S WORD® Translation "But suppose this person has a son. The son sees all the sins that his father does. He is afraid, so he doesn't do such things. Good News Translation "Now suppose this second man has a son. He sees all the sins his father practiced, but does not follow his example. International Standard Version "Now suppose that he produced a son who practiced all of his father's sins, but then that son began to fear me and stopped doing all of these things. NET Bible "But suppose he in turn has a son who notices all the sins his father commits, considers them, and does not follow his father's example. New Heart English Bible "Now, look, if he fathers a son, who sees all his father's sins, which he has done, and fears, and does not such like; Webster's Bible Translation Now lo, if he begetteth a son, that seeth all his father's sins which he hath done, and considereth, and doeth not such like, Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleNow suppose this son has a son who sees all the sins his father has committed, considers them, and does not do likewise: World English Bible “Now, behold, if he fathers a son who sees all his father’s sins which he has done, and fears, and doesn’t do likewise, Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd—behold, he has begotten a son, "" And he sees all the sins of his father, "" That he has done, and he fears, "" And does not do like them, Berean Literal Bible And behold, If he begets a son, and he sees all the sins of his father that he has done—and he sees and does not do likewise— Young's Literal Translation And -- lo, he hath begotten a son, And he seeth all the sins of his father, That he hath done, and he feareth, And doth not do like them, Smith's Literal Translation And behold, he begat a son, and he will see all his father's sins which he did, and he will see and will not do like them; Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleBut if he beget a son, who, seeing all his father's sine, which he hath done, is afraid, and shall not do the like to them : Catholic Public Domain Version But if he raises a son, who, seeing all his father’s sins that he has done, is afraid and so does not act in a way similar to him, New American Bible But, in turn, if he begets a son who sees all the sins his father commits, yet fears and does not imitate him— New Revised Standard Version But if this man has a son who sees all the sins that his father has done, considers, and does not do likewise, Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleBut if he begets a son, who sees all the sins that his father had committed, and shall not do likewise, Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And if he will beget a son and he will see all of the sins that his father did and he will not do like them OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Now, lo, if he beget a son, that seeth all his father's sins, which he hath done, and considereth, and doeth not such like, Brenton Septuagint Translation And if he beget a son, and the son see all his father's sins which he has wrought, and fear, and not do according to them, Additional Translations ... Audio Bible (Voice ▾ Musical ▾) Context A Proverb about Israel…13He engages in usury and takes excess interest. Will this son live? He will not! Since he has committed all these abominations, he will surely die; his blood will be on his own head. 14Now suppose this son has a son who sees all the sins his father has committed, considers them, and does not do likewise: 15He does not eat at the mountain or look to the idols of the house of Israel. He does not defile his neighbor’s wife.… Cross References Now suppose this son has a son Numbers 14:18 ‘The LORD is slow to anger and abounding in loving devotion, forgiving iniquity and transgression. Yet He will by no means leave the guilty unpunished; He will visit the iniquity of the fathers upon their children to the third and fourth generation.’ Exodus 34:7 maintaining loving devotion to a thousand generations, forgiving iniquity, transgression, and sin. Yet He will by no means leave the guilty unpunished; He will visit the iniquity of the fathers on their children and grandchildren to the third and fourth generations.” Deuteronomy 24:16 Fathers shall not be put to death for their children, nor children for their fathers; each is to die for his own sin. who sees all the sins his father has committed, 2 Kings 21:11-15 “Since Manasseh king of Judah has committed all these abominations, acting more wickedly than the Amorites who preceded him, and with his idols has caused Judah to sin, / this is what the LORD, the God of Israel, says: ‘Behold, I am bringing such calamity upon Jerusalem and Judah that the news will reverberate in the ears of all who hear it. / I will stretch out over Jerusalem the measuring line used against Samaria and the plumb line used against the house of Ahab, and I will wipe out Jerusalem as one wipes out a bowl—wiping it and turning it upside down. … Jeremiah 3:25 Let us lie down in our shame; let our disgrace cover us. We have sinned against the LORD our God, both we and our fathers; from our youth even to this day we have not obeyed the voice of the LORD our God.” Psalm 106:6 We have sinned like our fathers; we have done wrong and acted wickedly. considers them, Haggai 1:5 Now this is what the LORD of Hosts says: “Consider carefully your ways. Psalm 119:59 I considered my ways and turned my steps to Your testimonies. Deuteronomy 32:29 If only they were wise, they would understand it; they would comprehend their fate. and does not do likewise: Psalm 78:8 Then they will not be like their fathers, a stubborn and rebellious generation, whose heart was not loyal, whose spirit was not faithful to God. 2 Kings 22:2 And he did what was right in the eyes of the LORD and walked in all the ways of his father David; he did not turn aside to the right or to the left. Proverbs 4:26-27 Make a level path for your feet, and all your ways will be sure. / Do not swerve to the right or to the left; turn your feet away from evil. Jeremiah 31:29-30 “In those days, it will no longer be said: ‘The fathers have eaten sour grapes, and the teeth of the children are set on edge.’ / Instead, each will die for his own iniquity. If anyone eats the sour grapes, his own teeth will be set on edge. 2 Kings 14:6 Yet he did not put the sons of the murderers to death, but acted according to what is written in the Book of the Law of Moses, where the LORD commanded: “Fathers must not be put to death for their children, and children must not be put to death for their fathers; each is to die for his own sin.” 2 Chronicles 25:4 Yet he did not put their sons to death, but acted according to what is written in the Law, in the Book of Moses, where the LORD commanded: “Fathers must not be put to death for their children, and children must not be put to death for their fathers; each is to die for his own sin.” Exodus 20:5-6 You shall not bow down to them or worship them; for I, the LORD your God, am a jealous God, visiting the iniquity of the fathers on their children to the third and fourth generations of those who hate Me, / but showing loving devotion to a thousand generations of those who love Me and keep My commandments. Treasury of Scripture Now, see, if he beget a son, that sees all his father's sins which he has done, and considers, and does not such like, if he Ezekiel 18:10 If he beget a son that is a robber, a shedder of blood, and that doeth the like to any one of these things, Proverbs 17:21 He that begetteth a fool doeth it to his sorrow: and the father of a fool hath no joy. Proverbs 23:24 The father of the righteous shall greatly rejoice: and he that begetteth a wise child shall have joy of him. that seeth Ezekiel 20:18 But I said unto their children in the wilderness, Walk ye not in the statutes of your fathers, neither observe their judgments, nor defile yourselves with their idols: 2 Chronicles 29:3-11 He in the first year of his reign, in the first month, opened the doors of the house of the LORD, and repaired them… 2 Chronicles 34:21 Go, inquire of the LORD for me, and for them that are left in Israel and in Judah, concerning the words of the book that is found: for great is the wrath of the LORD that is poured out upon us, because our fathers have not kept the word of the LORD, to do after all that is written in this book. considereth Ezekiel 18:28 Because he considereth, and turneth away from all his transgressions that he hath committed, he shall surely live, he shall not die. Psalm 119:59,60 I thought on my ways, and turned my feet unto thy testimonies… Isaiah 44:19 And none considereth in his heart, neither is there knowledge nor understanding to say, I have burned part of it in the fire; yea, also I have baked bread upon the coals thereof; I have roasted flesh, and eaten it: and shall I make the residue thereof an abomination? shall I fall down to the stock of a tree? Jump to Previous Beget Begets Begetteth Begotten Commits Committed Considereth Fathers Father's Fear Fears Likewise Observed Observing Sins SupposeJump to Next Beget Begets Begetteth Begotten Commits Committed Considereth Fathers Father's Fear Fears Likewise Observed Observing Sins SupposeEzekiel 18 1. God defends his justice31. and exhorts to repentance Now suppose this son has a son Ezekiel presents a third generation to show that each person stands before God according to his own conduct. Israel’s covenant life was deeply shaped by family example, yet a father’s guilt did not make his son guilty apart from the son’s own actions. Num 14:18 The LORD is slow to anger and abounding in loving devotion… who sees all the sins his father has committed, The son knows his father’s pattern of wrongdoing and recognizes its consequences. He is not shielded from the influence of his household, but he is not compelled to repeat it. 2Ki 21:11-15 Since Manasseh king of Judah has committed… considers them, He gives careful moral attention to what he has witnessed and judges his father’s conduct against God’s standards. Knowledge of sin becomes the occasion for a different course. Hag 1:5 Now this is what the LORD of Hosts says: “Consider carefully… and does not do likewise: By refusing his father’s sins, the son demonstrates personal responsibility before God. The inherited example of evil does not determine his destiny; his own response to God’s commands does. Psa 78:8 Then they will not be like their fathers,… Persons / Places / Events 1. EzekielA prophet during the Babylonian exile, Ezekiel is the author of the book. He communicates God's messages to the Israelites, emphasizing personal responsibility and repentance. 2. The Son Represents a generational figure who observes the sinful actions of his father but chooses a different path, highlighting the theme of individual accountability. 3. The Father Symbolizes the previous generation that has committed sins, serving as a contrast to the son who chooses righteousness. 4. Israel The nation to whom Ezekiel is prophesying, experiencing exile due to collective disobedience but called to individual repentance and righteousness. 5. Babylonian Exile The historical context of Ezekiel's prophecies, where the Israelites are in captivity due to their national sins, yet God offers hope through personal repentance. Teaching Points Personal ResponsibilityEach individual is accountable for their own actions and decisions, regardless of their family history or environment. Generational Change It is possible to break the cycle of sin and choose a path of righteousness, even if previous generations have not. Awareness and Reflection Observing the consequences of sin in others can lead to a conscious decision to pursue a different, godly path. Hope for Redemption No matter the past, there is always an opportunity for repentance and a new beginning in Christ. God's Justice and Mercy God is just in holding each person accountable, but He is also merciful, offering forgiveness and a chance for a new life. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Ezekiel 18:14?2. How does Ezekiel 18:14 emphasize personal responsibility for one's actions? 3. What lessons can we learn about generational sin from Ezekiel 18:14? 4. How does Ezekiel 18:14 connect with Deuteronomy 24:16 on individual accountability? 5. How can we apply Ezekiel 18:14 to break negative family patterns today? 6. What steps can we take to ensure we "sees all the sins" and avoid them? 7. How does Ezekiel 18:14 challenge the concept of generational sin and personal responsibility? 8. What does Ezekiel 18:14 imply about individual accountability before God? 9. How does Ezekiel 18:14 fit into the broader theme of justice in the Bible? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Ezekiel 18? (14) Doeth not such like.--This is the third case--that of the righteous son of a wicked father. The general principle is the same, that each man is to be judged according to his own individual character. The son of the righteous man has advantages, and the son of the wicked has hindrances in the way of righteousness which are not specified here, although elsewhere we are abundantly taught that responsibility is directly proportioned to privilege; but here the object is only to set forth in the clearest way, and apart from any other issues, the single fact of individual responsibility. In each case the particular examples of sin are somewhat varied, to show that they are mentioned only as examples, in order to set forth more clearly the general principle.Verses 14-17. - Now, lo! etc. The law of personal responsibility had been pressed on its darker side. It is now asserted in its brighter, and that with the special emphasis indicated in its opening words. The proverb of the "sour grapes" receives a direct contradiction. The son of the evil doer way take warning by his father's example, and repent, as Ezekiel exhorted those among whom he lived to do. In that case he need fear no inherited or transmitted curse. He shall surely live; Hebrew, living he shall live. That truth came to Ezekiel as with the force of a new apocalypse, and it is obviously "exceeding broad," with far-reaching consequences both in ethics and theology. Ezekiel 18:14 showcases God’s unwavering commitment to individual accountability and His generous readiness to bless fresh obedience. A grandson, fully aware of his father’s wickedness, thoughtfully rejects that pattern and lives—a timeless reminder that no lineage, habit, or heritage can lock a person out of God’s life-giving grace when he or she turns, considers, and chooses righteousness. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Nowוְהִנֵּה֙ (wə·hin·nêh) Conjunctive waw | Interjection Strong's 2009: Lo! behold! suppose [this son] has הוֹלִ֣יד (hō·w·lîḏ) Verb - Hifil - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 3205: To bear young, to beget, medically, to act as midwife, to show lineage a son בֵּ֔ן (bên) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 1121: A son who sees וַיַּ֕רְא (way·yar) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 7200: To see all כָּל־ (kāl-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every the sins חַטֹּ֥את (ḥaṭ·ṭōṯ) Noun - feminine plural construct Strong's 2403: An offence, its penalty, occasion, sacrifice, expiation, an offender his father אָבִ֖יו (’ā·ḇîw) Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 1: Father has committed, עָשָׂ֑ה (‘ā·śāh) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 6213: To do, make considers them, וַיִּרְאֶ֕ה (way·yir·’eh) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 7200: To see and does not וְלֹ֥א (wə·lō) Conjunctive waw | Adverb - Negative particle Strong's 3808: Not, no do likewise: יַעֲשֶׂ֖ה (ya·‘ă·śeh) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 6213: To do, make Additonal Resources Ezekiel 18:14 Blue Letter BibleEzekiel 18:14 Bible Gateway Ezekiel 18:14 Bible.com Ezekiel 18:14 NIV |
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