Jeremiah 31:29 Meaning and Explanation
“In those days they shall say no more, The fathers have eaten a sour grape, and the children's teeth are set on edge.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →A proverb of inherited consequence will no longer apply in the restored age.
The Context of Jeremiah 31:29
Breaking the cycle of inherited punishment and generational consequence.
What Does Jeremiah 31:29 Mean?
This proverb expresses the idea that children suffer for parents' sins—a common explanation for suffering in ancient culture. The promise is that this explanation will cease to be valid in the restored age. The cycle of inherited guilt and punishment is broken.
The transformation is relational and spiritual: children will no longer carry the burden of parental sin as the primary explanation for their condition. This does not deny that actions have consequences, but rather promises a new reality where such inherited bondage is lifted.
Frequently Asked Questions About Jeremiah 31:29
What does Jeremiah 31:29 mean?
A proverb of inherited consequence will no longer apply in the restored age.
What is the context of Jeremiah 31:29?
Breaking the cycle of inherited punishment and generational consequence.