141. Internal Meaning of Ezekiel, Chapter 18

1-2 It is said, If the fathers are evil their offspring also are evil;, (2, 11)

3 but the offspring are not condemned on the father's account, but everyone on His own account. (2, 11, 11)

5-9 There are some of the offspring who do not commit evils, or act contrary to the goods and truths of the church, and these are saved. (2, 11, 11)

10-13 It is otherwise with the offspring who commit evils, or act contrary to the goods and truths of the church; these are condemned. (2, 11)

14-17 But He who does not do this is saved, (11, 3)

18 although the fathers are condemned. (2)

19-20 Everyone is dealt with according to His deeds. (2)

21-23 The impious man who is converted is saved, (2)

24 while the pious man, if he becomes impious, is condemned. (2)

25-29 Both are of Divine justice. (2)

30-32 Exhortation to be converted, because the Lord wishes the salvation of all. (2)