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For from the top of the rocks I see him, From the hills I see him: behold, it is a people that dwells alone, And shall not be reckoned among the nations.
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A People Set Apart
Commentators agree that Balaam's prophecy highlights Israel's unique identity. God intended them to "dwell alone," meaning they were to be a people distinct from all others in their laws, worship, and customs. As John Gill notes, this principle extends to the Church today, which is called out of the world to be a separate people, distinct in their devotion to God.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
For from the top of the rocks ... - The word “for” indicates the constraint under which Balaam found himself. He had been met by Go…
19th Century
Anglican
For from the top of the rocks I see him ... — From the summit of the rocky mountain on which Balak had erected his seven …
16th Century
Protestant
For from the top of the rocks I see him. Unless I am mistaken, the meaning is that although he only saw the people from a distance, so tha…
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
For from the top of the rocks I see him, and from the hills I behold him That is, Isr…
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 …
