Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Numbers 23:4 Cross-References
Explore 10 cross-references for Numbers 23:4 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Numbers chapter 23 verse 4 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And God met Balaam: and he said unto him, I have prepared seven altars, and I have offered upon every altar a bullock and a ram.”
Numbers 23:4 (KJV)
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Commentary on Numbers 23:4
The statement 'God met Balaam' shows divine initiative despite Balaam's manipulation. The Hebrew vayiqar Elohim (and God met) indicates God sovereignly chose to encounter Balaam, not because the ritual compelled Him but because He would protect His people. God met Balaam to put His own words in the prophet's mouth (verse 5), ensuring that blessing, not cursing, would result. This demonstrates God's sovereignty over even pagan prophets and His determination to accomplish His purposes regardless of human schemes.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Numbers 23:4
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“and put a word in his mouth”
“I fast twice in the week”
“that no one would boast.”
“but by a law of faith.”
“'These last have spent one hour”
“[say they]”
“Build me here seven altars”
“and said”
“and said to him”
“the time comes that whoever kills you will think that he offers service to God.”