What does Genesis 9:26 mean?

Genesis 9:26 highlights themes such as blessing, heritage, covenant when read in context.

How should I apply Genesis 9:26 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

And he said, Blessed be the LORD God of Shem; and Canaan shall be his servant.

24And Noah awoke from his wine, and knew what his younger son had done unto him.

25And he said, Cursed be Canaan; a servant of servants shall he be unto his brethren.

26And he said, Blessed be the LORD God of Shem; and Canaan shall be his servant.

27God shall enlarge Japheth, and he shall dwell in the tents of Shem; and Canaan shall be his servant.

28And Noah lived after the flood three hundred and fifty years.

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