The meaning of “Βαλαάμ”
Understanding Balaám reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
of Hebrew origin (בִּלְעָם) Balaam. - Balaam, a Mesopotamian (symbolic of a false teacher)
Βαλαάμ
of Hebrew origin (בִּלְעָם) Balaam. - Balaam, a Mesopotamian (symbolic of a false teacher)
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Peter 2:15 | “Which have forsaken the right way, and are gone astray, following the way of Balaam the son of Bosor, who loved the wages of unrighteousness;” Word: Βαλαάμ (Balaám) | |
| Jude 1:11 | “Woe unto them! for they have gone in the way of Cain, and ran greedily after the error of Balaam for reward, and perished in the gainsaying of Core.” Word: Βαλαάμ (Balaám) | |
| Revelation 2:14 | “But I have a few things against thee, because thou hast there them that hold the doctrine of Balaam, who taught Balac to cast a stumblingblock before the children of Israel, to eat things sacrificed unto idols, and to commit fornication.” Word: Βαλαάμ (Balaám) |