Numbers 22:39 · KJV

"And Balaam went with Balak, and they came unto Kirjath-huzoth."

King James Version

Passage Context

³⁷And Balak said unto Balaam, Did I not earnestly send unto thee to call thee? wherefore camest thou not unto me? am I not able indeed to promote thee to honour?

³⁸And Balaam said unto Balak, Lo, I am come unto thee: have I now any power at all to say any thing? the word that God putteth in my mouth, that shall I speak.

³⁹And Balaam went with Balak, and they came unto Kirjath-huzoth.

⁴⁰And Balak offered oxen and sheep, and sent to Balaam, and to the princes that were with him.

⁴¹And it came to pass on the morrow, that Balak took Balaam, and brought him up into the high places of Baal, that thence he might see the utmost part of the people.

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Reflection Questions

What does it mean for you to follow someone else's lead?

How do you discern when to follow and when to lead?

When have you found yourself in a situation where you had to choose your alliances carefully?

Life Application

relationships

Evaluate the influences in your life. Choose to surround yourself with people who encourage your faith and values.

leadership

Reflect on your leadership style. Are you leading others towards positive outcomes or following misguided paths?

People in This Verse

BalaamOT

A non-Israelite prophet known for his ability to bless or curse. He was summoned by Balak to curse the Israelites.

First appearance: Numbers 22:5

BalakOT

The king of Moab who feared the Israelites and sought Balaam's help to curse them.

First appearance: Numbers 22:2

Places in This Verse

Kirjath-huzoth

A location in Moab where sacrifices were made. It signifies the collaboration between Balak and Balaam against Israel.

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