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Now, behold, I go to my people: come, [and] I will advertise you what this people shall do to your people in the latter days.
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A Prophetic "Advertisement"
When Balaam says he will "advertise" Balak, commentators explain this old term means "to advise" or "to counsel." The advice he is about to give is not a marketing pitch but a divine prophecy. God compels him to reveal what Israel will eventually do to Moab "in the latter days," foretelling Israel's ultimate victory over its enemies.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
I will advertise thee - that is, “I will advise thee,” words which refer to the ensuing prophecy.
19th Century
Anglican
I go to my people. —This was probably Balaam's intention when he spoke these words. However, the account of Balaam's death shows t…
16th Century
Protestant
And now, behold, I go unto my people. Since the counsel that he gave is not expressly mentioned here,174 it is the opinion of s…
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And now, behold, I go unto my people According to your order, I will not stay to make you uneasy with my company, on…
This vain attempt to curse Israel is ended. Balak broke out into a rage against Balaam and expressed great vexation. Balaam has a very full excuse:…
