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A Divine Declaration
Commentators note that Balaam's introduction uses a specific Hebrew term, 'neum,' which is almost always used for a divine declaration. By using this word and describing himself as a seer, Balaam is claiming that the words to follow are not his own but are a direct revelation from God, giving them prophetic weight and authority.
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Albert Barnes
On Numbers 24:3
18th Century
Theologian
Whose eyes are open - that is, opened in inward vision, to discern things that were hidden from ordinary beholders.
Charles Ellicott
On Numbers 24:3
19th Century
Bishop
Balaam the son of Beor hath said.— The Hebrew word (neum) is imperfectly rendered by hath said. It is t…
John Calvin
On Numbers 24:3
16th Century
Theologian
And the man whose eyes are open,166hath said. This preface has no other purpose than to prove that he is a true prophe…
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John Gill
On Numbers 24:3
17th Century
Pastor
And he took up his parable
His parable of prophecy, as the Targums, his prophetic speech, which, with a loud voice, …
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…