Genesis 9:7
“And you, be ye fruitful, and multiply; bring forth abundantly in the earth, and multiply therein.”
KJV
Read in Genesis 9Meaning
The commission to multiply is repeated, framing the post-flood world around the continuation and spread of human life.
Read carefully
The command belongs to Noah's family in this narrative and should not be used to shame individuals whose circumstances do not include biological parenthood.
Reflection
Genesis 9 places the continuation of life beside strict protection of life, holding fruitfulness and accountability together.