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Numbers 24:1

King James Version (KJV)

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Numbers 24:1

Verse 1 of 25

Scripture focus

And when Balaam saw that it pleased the LORD to bless Israel, he went not, as at other times, to seek for enchantments, but he set his face toward the wilderness.

Numbers 24:1 — KJV

Commentary

Commentary on Numbers 24:1

Theological / Devotional

It pleased the Lord. Balaam was already fully aware of the Lord’s pleasure (ch. 23:20).

To seek for enchantments. Twice Balaam had withdrawn himself to seek a visit with God (see ch. 23:3, 15).

Toward the wilderness. That is, toward the camp of Israel on the plains of Moab (ch. 22:1). He did not move from his place by the altars on Peor. As he gazed at the camp of Israel his mind was prepared to receive the message of Jehovah. He knew he could do no other than permit the Spirit of God to come upon him. Professing to be a prophet of God, he must speak God’s message.

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