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A Prophecy of the Messiah
Commentators universally identify this as a prophecy of a future ruler from Israel. While seeing a partial fulfillment in King David, they agree its ultimate fulfillment is in Jesus Christ. The 'Star' symbolizes His glory and divine light—a detail likely referenced by the Magi in Matthew 2:2—and the 'Scepter' represents His royal authority and power to rule.
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Albert Barnes
On Numbers 24:17
18th Century
Theologian
To render it: I see him, though he is not now: I behold him, though he is not near. Balaam here describes what is actually before him in i…
Charles Ellicott
On Numbers 24:17
19th Century
Bishop
I shall see him ... — Better, I see him (or, it), but not now; I behold him (or, it), but not near. The reference cannot …
John Calvin
On Numbers 24:17
16th Century
Theologian
I shall see him, but not now.175 Although the verbs are in the future tense, they are used for the present; and again, the pron…
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John Gill
On Numbers 24:17
17th Century
Pastor
I shall see him, but not now
Meaning not Israel, for he now saw him encamped, and at no great distance; but one that …
Matthew Henry
On Numbers 24:15–25
17th Century
Minister
Under the powerful influence of the Spirit of prophecy, Balaam foretold the future prosperity and extensive dominion of Israel. Balaam boasts that …