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He says, who hears the words of God, Knows the knowledge of the Most High, Who sees the vision of the Almighty, Falling down, and having his eyes open:
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Knowledge Isn't Salvation
Commentators, particularly Matthew Henry, stress that Balaam had profound spiritual insight—he heard God's words and knew His knowledge. However, he lacked a true relationship with God. This serves as a powerful warning that theological knowledge or spiritual gifts are not the same as saving faith. A person can "go far toward heaven and yet fall short," making genuine love and submission to God essential.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
And knew, the knowledge of the Most High — With the addition of these words, which point to the greater importance and the more dis…
19th Century
Anglican
Which heard ... and knew.— Better, which heareth ... and knoweth.
Which saw.— Better,
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
(See Gill on Numbers 24:15)
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