Genesis 9:23

God's Word

Shem and Japheth took a blanket and laid it over their shoulders. Then they walked in backwards and covered their father’s naked body. They turned their faces away so that they didn’t see their father naked.

Cross References

Genesis 9:22

Ham, father of Canaan, saw his father naked. So he went outside and told his two brothers.

Genesis 9:24

When Noah sobered up, he found out what his youngest son had done to him.

Exodus 20:12

“Honor your father and your mother, so that you may live for a long time in the land the Lord your God is giving you.

Leviticus 19:32

“Show respect to the elderly, and honor older people. In this way you show respect for your God. I am the Lord.

Romans 13:7

Pay everyone whatever you owe them. If you owe taxes, pay them. If you owe tolls, pay them. If you owe someone respect, respect that person. If you owe someone honor, honor that person.

Galatians 6:1

Brothers and sisters, if a person gets trapped by wrongdoing, those of you who are spiritual should help that person turn away from doing wrong. Do it in a gentle way. At the same time watch yourself so that you also are not tempted.

1 Timothy 5:1

Never use harsh words when you correct an older man, but talk to him as if he were your father. Talk to younger men as if they were your brothers,

1 Timothy 5:17

Give double honor to spiritual leaders  who handle their duties well. This is especially true if they work hard at teaching God’s word.

1 Timothy 5:19

Don’t pay attention to an accusation against a spiritual leader unless it is supported by two or three witnesses.

1 Peter 2:17

Honor everyone. Love your brothers and sisters in the faith. Fear God. Honor the emperor.

1 Peter 4:8

Above all, love each other warmly, because love covers many sins.