unfoldingWord_en_tw/bible/other/bear-heldresponsiblefor.md

bear, bore, borne

Facts:

Used in this sense, the term “bear” means to “be responsible for” something or to “be held responsible for” something.

• The statement that “a son will not bear the iniquity of his father” means that he “will not be held responsible for” or “will not be punished for” his father’s sins.
• Depending on context, this term could be translated as “be responsible for” or “be held responsible for.”

(See also: iniquity)

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