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Balaam lifted up his eyes, and he saw Israel dwelling according to their tribes; and the Spirit of God came on him.
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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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18th Century
Presbyterian
Balaam gazed over the camp of Israel that stretched before him, and allowed the spectacle to work its own influence upon him.
19th Century
Anglican
Abiding in his tents ... — that is, encamped according to the order prescribed for the respective tribes. The cognate nou…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And Balaam lifted up his eyes Being on Mount Peor:
and he saw Israel abiding in his tents accordi…
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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…
