In rabbinic literature, Balaam is portrayed as a non-Israelite prophet with powers comparable to Moses but is often depicted negatively for his attempts to curse Israel, his role in leading them to sin, and his …

Jun 23, 2015 · Balaam was a wicked prophet in the Bible and is noteworthy because, although he was a wicked prophet, he was not a false prophet. That is, Balaam did hear from God, and God did give …

Jul 16, 2025 · Balaam was highly regarded by the Moabites and Midianites as a soothsayer (Joshua 13:22) and prophet (Numbers 24:2-9) who could bless or curse with his words. His brother, Bela, …

Mar 27, 2025 · Who was Balaam son of Beor in the Bible? This first article of a three-part series explores the enigmatic prophet-diviner from Numbers 22–24, his Aramean origins, and his surprising …

Balaam, a non-Israelite prophet, is a complex figure in the biblical narrative, primarily appearing in the Book of Numbers. He is the son of Beor and hails from Pethor, near the Euphrates River (Numbers …

The fascinating story of Balak and Balaam’s failed attempts to curse the Jewish people, in which a talking donkey and a sword-wielding angel also take starring roles.

The account of Balaam and his nefarious activity is a part of the Biblical record because Balak feared the advancing Israelites. Hebrew accomplishments under Jehovah’s control had struck fear into the …

Balaam, non-Israelite prophet described in the Hebrew Bible (Old Testament) as a diviner who is importuned by Balak, king of Moab, to place a malediction on the people of Israel. After encountering …

3 days ago · In the biblical story of Balaam, we see the manifestation of God’s power because only He can make the impossible possible. God sent His word to Balaam through his donkey, allowing the …

Balaam was a renowned diviner hired by the Moabite king Balak to curse the Israelites. However, God instructed Balaam not to curse the Israelites, and even when Balaam tried, God only allowed him to …