What are generational curses? Are you, your family, or anyone you know dealing with a generational curse? The subject of generational curses has been a significant doctrine in several church denominations since the 70’s. Generational curses have become a common topic in churches synonymous with healing and deliverance style ministries that focus on casting out evil spirits that have been operational in a family’s bloodline for generations. Churches, ministers, and ministries that practice casting out demons or delivering people from demonic curses that have plagued their family lines, base their ministry’s concept of deliverance on a passage found in the Ten Commandments in the Torah. What does the Law actually say about generational curses?
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What does the Bible actually say about generational curses? The concept of generational curses—sins or consequences passed down through family lines—is often linked to Exodus 20:5, where YeHoVaH speaks of visiting the iniquity of the fathers to the third and fourth generations. However, Scripture also clarifies that each person is accountable for their own sin (Ezekiel 18:20). While some ministries focus heavily on deliverance from these so-called curses, the Torah emphasizes obedience, repentance, and relationship with YeHoVaH over inherited guilt. True freedom comes through understanding and applying what the Law actually teaches.

Arthur Bailey
Apostle Dr. Arthur Bailey is the Overseer of Arthur Bailey Ministries International, House of Israel International, as well as the Founder and Chancellor of the Accredited Hebrew Roots University. House of Israel International, focuses on teaching the True Gospel of the Kingdom from a Messianic Hebrew Roots perspective. Renowned internationally, Dr. Bailey is celebrated for his roles as a dynamic teacher, preacher, and author. Hebrew Roots University is a unique institution dedicated to exploring the Hebrew Roots of the Christian faith.
Authoring over 55 books, including "Sunday is not the Sabbath?", Discipleship and Leadership Curriculums, Dr. Bailey provides in-depth insights into Spirit-filled living by faith in God . With various academic degrees and Certifications, Dr. Bailey is a professor and keynote speaker nationally and internationally. His extensive range of DVD teachings and books, aimed at clarifying complex biblical passages, can be found in our online store. He also enhances the lives of believers globally through Online Live Broadcasts.
Currently residing in Indian Land, South Carolina, Dr. Bailey oversees the House of Israel in Charlotte (a Spirit-filled New Covenant Torah observant community), House of Israel-United Kingdom, House of Israel-Nigeria, and House of Israel-Ukraine. His Ministry has a profound impact on people worldwide; congregants from 6 continents attend online services.
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Last Updated on May 11, 2025 by Arthur Bailey Ministries