Numbers 22:39
Numbers 22:39 in Multiple Translations
So Balaam accompanied Balak, and they came to Kiriath-huzoth.
And Balaam went with Balak, and they came unto Kirjath-huzoth.
And Balaam went with Balak, and they came unto Kiriath-huzoth.
And Balaam went with Balak to Kiriath-huzoth.
So Balaam went with Balak and they arrived at Kiriath-huzoth.
So Balaam went with Balak, and they came vnto the citie of Huzoth.
And Balaam goeth with Balak, and they come to Kirjath-Huzoth,
Balaam went with Balak, and they came to Kiriath Huzoth.
And Balaam went with Balak, and they came to Kirjath-huzoth.
So they went on together, and came into a city, that was in the uttermost borders of his kingdom.
Then Balaam went with Balak to Kiriath-Huzoth town.
Berean Amplified Bible — Numbers 22:39
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Numbers 22:39 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יֵּ֥לֶךְ
בִּלְעָ֖ם
עִם
בָּלָ֑ק
וַ/יָּבֹ֖אוּ
קִרְיַ֥ת
חֻצֽוֹת
וַ/יֵּ֥לֶךְ
yâlak
H3212
to walk
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
בִּלְעָ֖ם
Bilʻâm
H1109
Balaam
N-proper
עִם
ʻim
H5973
with
Prep
בָּלָ֑ק
Bâlâq
H1111
Balak
N-proper
וַ/יָּבֹ֖אוּ
bôwʼ
H935
Lebo
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp
קִרְיַ֥ת
Qiryath Chutsôwth
H7155
Kiriath-huzoth
N-proper
חֻצֽוֹת
Qiryath Chutsôwth
H7155
Kiriath-huzoth
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Numbers 22:39
וַ/יֵּ֥לֶךְ
yâlak
H3212
"to walk"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
To walk or go, this verb means to move from one place to another, used literally or figuratively, as in to live or die, or to lead someone.
Definition: 1) to go, walk, come 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to go, walk, come, depart, proceed, move, go away 1a2) to die, live, manner of life (fig.) 1b) (Hiphil) to lead, bring, lead away, carry, cause to walk
Usage: Occurs in 936 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] again, away, bear, bring, carry (away), come (away), depart, flow, [phrase] follow(-ing), get (away, hence, him), (cause to, made) go (away, -ing, -ne, one's way, out), grow, lead (forth), let down, march, prosper, [phrase] pursue, cause to run, spread, take away (-journey), vanish, (cause to) walk(-ing), wax, [idiom] be weak. See also: Genesis 3:14; Exodus 5:8; Deuteronomy 28:14.
בִּלְעָ֖ם
Bilʻâm
H1109
"Balaam"
N-proper
Balaam was a prophet from Mesopotamia, also the name of a place in Palestine. He is known for trying to curse the Israelites in the book of Numbers.
Definition: A man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Num.22.5; son of: Beor (H1160H) Also named: Balaam (Βαλαάμ "Balaam" G0903) § Balaam = "not of the people" the son of Beor, a man endowed with the gift of prophecy
Usage: Occurs in 57 OT verses. KJV: Balaam, Bileam. See also: Numbers 22:5; Numbers 23:2; Micah 6:5.
עִם
ʻim
H5973
"with"
Prep
This Hebrew word means with or together, like when God is with his people in Exodus 33:14-15. It's used to describe accompaniment or association, and can also mean against or beside. The word is used to convey a sense of relationship or proximity between people or things.
Definition: 1) with 1a) with 1b) against 1c) toward 1d) as long as
Usage: Occurs in 919 OT verses. KJV: accompanying, against, and, as ([idiom] long as), before, beside, by (reason of), for all, from (among, between), in, like, more than, of, (un-) to, with(-al). See also: Genesis 3:6; Exodus 21:14; Deuteronomy 29:11.
בָּלָ֑ק
Bâlâq
H1111
"Balak"
N-proper
Balak was a king of Moab who hired the prophet Balaam to curse the Israelites, as told in Numbers 22:2. His name means devastator, reflecting his role as a king who sought to harm God's people.
Definition: A man of the Moabites living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Num.22.2; son of: Zippor (H6834) Also named: Balak (Βαλάκ "Balak" G0904) § Balak = "devastator" a king of Moab who hired Balaam to curse Israel
Usage: Occurs in 40 OT verses. KJV: Balak. See also: Numbers 22:2; Numbers 23:7; Micah 6:5.
וַ/יָּבֹ֖אוּ
bôwʼ
H935
"Lebo"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp
This verb means to go or come, and is used in many contexts, such as entering a place or approaching someone, as seen in the book of Genesis. It can also mean to abide or apply, and is translated in various ways in the KJV Bible. This term is related to the name Lebo Hamath.
Definition: A shortened name of Lebo Hamath complined withcha.mat (חֲמָת "Hamath" H2574) This name means to go in, enter
Usage: Occurs in 2307 OT verses. KJV: abide, apply, attain, [idiom] be, befall, [phrase] besiege, bring (forth, in, into, to pass), call, carry, [idiom] certainly, (cause, let, thing for) to come (against, in, out, upon, to pass), depart, [idiom] doubtless again, [phrase] eat, [phrase] employ, (cause to) enter (in, into, -tering, -trance, -try), be fallen, fetch, [phrase] follow, get, give, go (down, in, to war), grant, [phrase] have, [idiom] indeed, (in-) vade, lead, lift (up), mention, pull in, put, resort, run (down), send, set, [idiom] (well) stricken (in age), [idiom] surely, take (in), way. See also: Genesis 2:19; Genesis 32:7; Exodus 1:19.
קִרְיַ֥ת
Qiryath Chutsôwth
H7155
"Kiriath-huzoth"
N-proper
Kiriath-huzoth, or city of streets, was a city in Moab, mentioned in the book of Numbers. It was a place where the Israelites camped during their journey to the Promised Land.
Definition: § Kirjath-huzoth = "city of streets" a city in Moab
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Kirjath-huzoth. See also: Numbers 22:39.
חֻצֽוֹת
Qiryath Chutsôwth
H7155
"Kiriath-huzoth"
N-proper
Kiriath-huzoth, or city of streets, was a city in Moab, mentioned in the book of Numbers. It was a place where the Israelites camped during their journey to the Promised Land.
Definition: § Kirjath-huzoth = "city of streets" a city in Moab
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Kirjath-huzoth. See also: Numbers 22:39.
Study Notes — Numbers 22:39
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Context — The Angel and Balaam’s Donkey
37And he said to Balaam, “Did I not send you an urgent summons? Why did you not come to me? Am I really not able to reward you richly?”
38“See, I have come to you,” Balaam replied, “but can I say just anything? I must speak only the word that God puts in my mouth.”
39So Balaam accompanied Balak, and they came to Kiriath-huzoth.
40Balak sacrificed cattle and sheep, and he gave portions to Balaam and the princes who were with him. 41The next morning, Balak took Balaam and brought him up to Bamoth-baal. From there he could see the outskirts of the camp of the people.Numbers 22:39 Summary
In Numbers 22:39, Balaam accompanies Balak to Kiriath-huzoth, which may have been a place of pagan worship. This shows that even those who claim to follow God can be influenced by worldly desires and compromise their faith. As believers, we must be careful to remain faithful to God's commands, as taught in Deuteronomy 13:1-5 and Matthew 6:24, and ensure that our words and actions align with His teachings. By doing so, we can avoid the temptation to please others at the expense of our faith and remain obedient to God's will.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of Kiriath-huzoth in Numbers 22:39?
Kiriath-huzoth is a location where Balaam and Balak met, and it is likely a place of pagan worship, as seen in other parts of the Bible where similar names are associated with idolatry, such as in Judges 1:26 and 2 Kings 17:24-41.
Why did Balaam agree to accompany Balak despite his initial hesitation?
Balaam agreed to accompany Balak because he was tempted by the promise of reward, as seen in Numbers 22:17, and also because he claimed to only speak the words that God put in his mouth, as stated in Numbers 22:38, but his actions show a desire to please Balak as well.
Is Balaam's decision to go with Balak a sign of disobedience to God?
While Balaam claims to speak only the words of God, his decision to go with Balak and participate in his sacrifices, as seen in Numbers 22:40, shows a level of compromise and disobedience, similar to the warnings given in Deuteronomy 13:1-5 and 1 Timothy 6:10.
What can we learn from Balaam's actions in this verse?
We can learn that even those who claim to follow God can be swayed by worldly temptations and compromise their faith, as seen in the story of Balaam, and it is essential to remain faithful and obedient to God's commands, as taught in Proverbs 28:20 and Matthew 6:24.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I may be compromising my faith, and how can I remain faithful to God's commands?
- How can I balance the desire for worldly rewards and recognition with the need to obey God's will, as seen in Matthew 6:19-21 and 1 Timothy 6:10?
- What are some ways that I can ensure that my words and actions align with God's teachings, as seen in James 1:26-27 and Proverbs 10:32?
- How can I avoid the temptation to please others at the expense of my faith, as warned in Galatians 1:10 and 2 Timothy 4:3-4?
Gill's Exposition on Numbers 22:39
And Balaam went with Balak,.... From Ar of Moab, or, however, from the place where they met, to the royal city where Balak had his palace, and seems to be the place following: and they came to
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Numbers 22:39
And Balaam went with Balak, and they came unto Kirjath-huzoth. Kirjath-huzoth - a city of streets. Its site is unknown. But the street was regarded as the leading characteristic of the city (cf.
Cambridge Bible on Numbers 22:39
39. Kiriath-huzoth] ‘The town of streets.’ The site is unknown.
Barnes' Notes on Numbers 22:39
Kirjath-buzoth - i. e., “city of streets,” within Balak’s dominions, south of the Arnon, and identified either with the ruins of Shihan, 4 miles west by south of the site assigned to Ar or Ir, or with Kirjathaim (Kureivat).
Whedon's Commentary on Numbers 22:39
39. Kirjath-huzoth, the city of streets, is mentioned only here. Nothing is known respecting it but the name.