Numbers 22:9

Translations

Modern

Then God came to Balaam and asked, “Who are these men with you?”

Traditional

And God came unto Balaam, and said, What men are these with thee?

Literal

And God came to Balaam and said, “Who are these men with you?”

Latin

Quid sibi volunt homines isti apud te?

Original

Hebrew

English

Then God came to Balaam and asked, “Who are these men with you?”

Notes

Numbers 22:9–18

God commanded Balaam not to go with Balak's messengers.

Numbers 22:2–24:25

The story of Balak and Balaam marks an important turning point in Israel’s history. It includes humor, drama, and deep teaching about God.

The story makes one main point clear. The Lord’s will must be carried out. No one could stop his plan for Israel.

Theme notes and profiles

Balaam Moab and Ammon

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People

Balaam: A prophet hired to curse Israel but blessed them instead

Glossary

Ammon, Ammonites Balaam Balak Curse, Cursed Deuteronomy, Book of False Prophets Jannes and Jambres Moab, Moabites Moses Numbers, Book of Prophets, False Shittim (Place) Zippor

Topics

Journey of Israel Through The Desert: Return to the Plains of Moab: Balaam not Permitted to Curse Israel Prayer: Imprecatory

Numbers 22:9

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