Num 23:1 | MHM | STEP | Numbers 23:1: Balaam’s First Oracle In this chapter, Balaam begins to speak God’s message about Israel, even though Balak wants him to curse the people. Balaam’s words show that God blesses Israel and protects them, despite Balak’s hopes for their harm. This chapter marks the start of Balaam’s oracles, which reveal God’s power and faithfulness to His people. v. 1 : Balaam rises early in the morning and goes with Balak to a high place to see the Israelites. From this vantage point, Balaam prepares to deliver the message God gives him. This shows his readiness to obey God’s instructions, even if they go against the wishes of Balak (Numbers 23:1 ).

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Numbers 23:1: Balaam’s First Oracle

In this chapter, Balaam begins to speak God’s message about Israel, even though Balak wants him to curse the people. Balaam’s words show that God blesses Israel and protects them, despite Balak’s hopes for their harm. This chapter marks the start of Balaam’s oracles, which reveal God’s power and faithfulness to His people.

v. 1: Balaam rises early in the morning and goes with Balak to a high place to see the Israelites. From this vantage point, Balaam prepares to deliver the message God gives him. This shows his readiness to obey God’s instructions, even if they go against the wishes of Balak (Numbers 23:1 ^a).