Balaam apparently expected to observe some phenomenon in the sky or in nature, which he would be able, according to the rules of his art, to interp…

To a high place. —Rather, to a bare or barren height; pagan augurs were accustomed to choose elevated places for their au…

And Balaam said to Balak. In this respect, also, he imitates the true servants of God, for he seeks retirement, because God has almost alw…

And Balaam said to Balak ,
stand by your burnt offering By which it appears that the sacrifices offered were of this…

With the camps of Israel in full view, Balaam ordered seven altars to be built, and a bullock and a ram to be offered on each. Oh, the foolishness …