Num 22:2-3 | TNotes | STEP | Summary for Num 22:2-24:25: 22:2–24:25 The narrative of Balak and Balaam describes a pivotal moment in Israel’s history and contains humor, drama, and profound theological insights. The Lord’s will must be accomplished—nothing could thwart his plan for Israel. Summary for Num 22:2-3: 22:2-3 Balak is unknown outside of this incident (Josh 24:9 ; Judg 11:25 ; Mic 6:5 ; Rev 2:14 ). His territory had been seized by Sihon, the Amorite king (Num 21:26 ), whom Israel had just defeated (21:21-31 ). Balak may have imagined that his tiny kingdom was next.

a22:2–24:25►

b22:2-3►

cJosh 24:9►

dJudg 11:25►

eMic 6:5►

fRev 2:14►

gNum 21:26►

h21:21-31►

‏ Numbers 22:2-3

Summary for Num 22:2-24:25: 22:2–24:25 ^a The narrative of Balak and Balaam describes a pivotal moment in Israel’s history and contains humor, drama, and profound theological insights. The Lord’s will must be accomplished—nothing could thwart his plan for Israel.
Summary for Num 22:2-3: 22:2-3 ^b Balak is unknown outside of this incident (Josh 24:9 ^c; Judg 11:25 ^d; Mic 6:5 ^e; Rev 2:14 ^f). His territory had been seized by Sihon, the Amorite king (Num 21:26 ^g), whom Israel had just defeated (21:21-31 ^h). Balak may have imagined that his tiny kingdom was next.