Contradiction with Ezekiel 18:20
This verse states that the son shall not bear the iniquity of the father, contradicting Psalms 109:14 which implies iniquity remaining with descendants.
Ezekiel 18:20: The soul that sinneth, it shall die. The son shall not bear the iniquity of the father, neither shall the father bear the iniquity of the son: the righteousness of the righteous shall be upon him, and the wickedness of the wicked shall be upon him.
Contradiction with Deuteronomy 24:16
It declares that children shall not be put to death for their fathers' sins, contradicting the idea of generational punishment in Psalms 109:14.
Deuteronomy 24:16: The fathers shall not be put to death for the children, neither shall the children be put to death for the fathers: every man shall be put to death for his own sin.
Contradiction with Jeremiah 31:29-30
These verses emphasize individual responsibility for sin, opposing the concept in Psalms 109:14 of bearing ancestors' iniquities.
Jeremiah 31:29-30: In those days they shall say no more, The fathers have eaten a sour grape, and the children's teeth are set on edge.
Contradiction with 2 Kings 14:6
This verse reaffirms that children should not be killed for the fathers' sins, contradicting the generational aspect in Psalms 109:14.
2 Kings 14:6: But the children of the murderers he slew not: according unto that which is written in the book of the law of Moses, wherein the LORD commanded, saying, The fathers shall not be put to death for the children, nor the children be put to death for the fathers; but every man shall be put to death for his own sin.
Contradiction with Proverbs 17:15
It notes the injustice of punishing the innocent, opposing the implication in Psalms 109:14 of children bearing the burden of ancestors' sins.
Proverbs 17:15: He that justifieth the wicked, and he that condemneth the just, even they both [are] abomination to the LORD.
Paradox #1
Psalms 109:14 may seem to conflict with the concept of forgiveness in the Bible. In this verse, there is a call for remembering and not forgiving the sins of someone's ancestors. However, other parts of the Bible, like the teachings of Jesus, emphasize forgiveness and the idea that people should be forgiven for their wrongdoings. This can appear inconsistent to readers who expect a uniform message across the scriptures.
Paradox #2
The moral conflict in this verse could stem from the idea of holding children accountable for the sins of their ancestors, which seems unfair or unjust. Many believe that individuals should be responsible for their own actions, not the actions of others who came before them. This can be seen as contradictory to the concept of personal responsibility and forgiveness.