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1 | Balaam's Plot? | Num 31:16 | Just Read Mark | 140526 | ||
I have been entranced by the story of Balaam (Numbers 22-24, (25) (31)). The way a pagan prophet comes to speak the words of the Living God is a wonderful (and at times comical) tale. The donkey is great! The bulk of the story is actually quite positive: a foolish pagan prophet recognizes God's voice, and - going against his culture and king - blesses the Israelites. Somehow, he comes to be blamed Israel's sexual relations with Moabite women, and the idolatry it leads to. During the account of this event, there is no mention of Balaam (see chapter 25) --- he has blessed Israel and then parted ways from the Moabite leader (24:25). Why is he blamed for this? JRM |
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2 | Balaam's Plot? | Num 31:16 | Searcher56 | 140552 | ||
Scripture ... Num 25:1-9, 31:8, 16 ............. Greetings JRM, I think the verse you cited blames him, tho not indicated earlier (25:1-9). Searcher |
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3 | Balaam's Plot? | Num 31:16 | Just Read Mark | 140738 | ||
I think that's true: basically, we aren't told how Balaam influenced the idolatry.... the clearest moment is Numbers 31:16. I have been considering the significance of this story, and want to share this thought: Perhaps, when they heard a pagan prophet had blessed them, the Israelites dropped their guard against blending with the local cultures... just as we are prone to do: when we see those around us doing right, we are tempted to soften the exclusive claims of our Lord. JRM |
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