Can God punish children for the sins of their parents?

Understanding Divine Punishment

God does not punish individuals for their parents' sins in a direct manner. However, we do experience the repercussions of our parents' actions, as we are born into a world that may be more tainted by sin. This environment exposes us to greater temptations and challenges. Essentially, it is humanity that inflicts suffering upon one another as a consequence of their own wrongdoings.