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God's Unstoppable Will
Commentators agree that Balaam's change in behavior was not a change of heart. He simply recognized that God's will to bless Israel was unchangeable and that his usual sorcery was useless. As John Calvin explains, God placed him "under closer constraint," compelling him to prophesy. This highlights God's sovereign power to accomplish His purposes, even through unwilling people.
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Charles Ellicott
On Numbers 24:1
19th Century
Bishop
He set his face toward the wilderness. —that is, towards the place where the Israelites were encamped on the steppes of Moab.
John Calvin
On Numbers 24:1
16th Century
Theologian
And when Balaam saw that it pleased the Lord. It is evident that Balaam, in order to gratify the wicked king for the sake of the reward, t…
John Gill
On Numbers 24:1
17th Century
Pastor
And when Balsam saw that it pleased the Lord to bless Israel ,
&c.] That it was good in his sight, what he approved …
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Matthew Henry
On Numbers 24:1–9
17th Century
Minister
Now Balaam spoke not his own thoughts, but the language of the Spirit that came upon him. Many have their eyes open who do not have their hearts op…