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Prophecy Without Salvation
Commentators explain that the "Spirit of God" coming upon Balaam was a temporary gift of prophecy, not a sign of his salvation or a change in his character. They compare this to how the Spirit empowered Caiaphas to prophesy about Jesus, demonstrating God's sovereign ability to use anyone, even a wicked person, to declare His truth.
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Albert Barnes
On Numbers 24:2
18th Century
Theologian
Balaam gazed over the camp of Israel that stretched before him, and allowed the spectacle to work its own influence upon him.
Charles Ellicott
On Numbers 24:2
19th Century
Bishop
Abiding in his tents ... — that is, encamped according to the order prescribed for the respective tribes. The cognate nou…
John Gill
On Numbers 24:2
17th Century
Pastor
And Balaam lifted up his eyes
Being on Mount Peor:
and he saw Israel abiding in his tents accordi…
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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…