Numbers 23:6

Verse

Berean Standard Bible

So he returned to Balak, who was standing there beside his burnt offering, with all the princes of Moab.

American Standard Version (1901)

And he returned unto him, and, lo, he was standing by his burnt-offering, he, and all the princes of Moab.

Bible in Basic English

So he went back to him where he was waiting by his burned offering with all the chiefs of Moab.

Free Bible Version

So he went back to Balak, who was waiting there beside his burnt offering, along with all the Moabite leaders.

King James (Authorized) Version

And he returned unto him, and, lo, he stood by his burnt sacrifice, he, and all the princes of Moab.

One Unity Resource Bible

He returned to him, and behold, he was standing by his burnt offering, he, and all the princes of Moab [From father].

Translation for Translators

When Balaam returned to Balak, Balak was standing with the leaders from Moab beside the offerings he had burned on the altar.

Unlocked Literal Bible

So Balaam returned to Balak, who was standing by his burnt offering, and all the leaders of Moab were with him.

Noah Webster Bible

And he returned to him and lo, he stood by his burnt-sacrifice, he, and all the princes of Moab.

World English Bible

He returned to him, and behold, he was standing by his burnt offering, he, and all the princes of Moab.

Young's Literal Translation

And he turneth back unto him, and lo, he is standing by his burnt-offering, he and all the princes of Moab.

Context

Balaam’s First Oracle

⁵Then the LORD put a message in Balaam’s mouth, saying, “Return to Balak and give him this message.”⁶So he returned to Balak, who was standing there beside his burnt offering, with all the princes of Moab.

Summary

In this verse, Balaam, a pagan prophet hired to curse the Israelites, instead blesses them under the direction of God. Despite the attempts to bring harm upon God's chosen people, His protection and favor are evident. This passage showcases God's sovereignty over all situations, using even unlikely individuals to fulfill His purposes. It serves as a reminder that no weapon formed against God's people shall prosper, and His plans for them will always prevail.

Commentary

John Gill

John Gill Bible Commentary

And he returned unto him,.... Immediately, as soon as he was told what to say: and, lo, he stood by his burnt sacrifice; continued in his devotions, hoping for success, and waiting for Balaam's return: he and all the princes of Moab; not only those that were sent to Balaam, but perhaps all the princes of the kingdom who were got together on this occasion, and by reason of the imminent danger they apprehended the nation was in on account of Israel.