Genesis 9:18-27

Noah, as the Vine-dresser, and his three Sons. (J.)

In this section the narrative, which begins at Genesis 9:20, is introduced by the two connecting Genesis 9:18-19, which either conclude J's account of the Flood, or are an editorial insertion by the compiler.

(a) 18, 19 Noah and his family leave the ark: (b) 20 24 Noah plants a vineyard, drinks wine, becomes intoxicated, is observed and ridiculed by Ham, but Shem and Japheth shew respect: (c) 25 27 the curse of Noah on Canaan, the blessing on Shem and Japheth.