Balaam

Summary

Diviner hired by Balak to curse Israel. Donkey spoke. Blessed Israel instead. Greedy for reward. Led Israel into sin at Baal-peor. Wicked counsel.

Key Passages

Numbers 22-24, 31:16, Deuteronomy 23, 2 Peter 2:15, Jude 1:11, Revelation 2:14

Important Verses

  • Numbers 22:28
  • Numbers 23:19