Definition: And Balaam said unto God, Balak the son of Zippor, king of Moab, hath sent unto me, [saying],

Explanation: Okay, let’s break down this verse from Numbers 22:10. It's a really interesting and somewhat surprising story! Here’s what it means in simple terms: The Basic Story: God is sending a Nazirite (a special person) to confront Balak, the king of Moab. Balak sends Balaam – a skilled hunter – with a message to God saying, “I’ve sent you a message, Balaam, that says… [he's about to say something].” Let’s unpack it: “And Balaam said unto God…” : This is the beginning of the story. Balaam is a hunter who was hired to track down and kill a young man (who later becomes Moses). “…Balak the son of Zippor, king of Moab…” : This identifies Balak as the king of Moab – a small nation in southwestern Israel. “hath sent unto me…” : This is where it gets interesting. Balaam is receiving a message from Balak. So, what did Balak say? The verse doesn’t tell us exactly what Balak said. But the important part is that he sent Balaam a message. And the context suggests this message was about something very significant – likely a threat or warning to God. Why is this story important? This is one of the most dramatic and impactful stories in the Bible! It shows: God's Sovereignty: God is actively involved in events, even intervening with powerful figures like Balak. Divine Intervention: It demonstrates that God doesn’t just allow things to happen; He often intervenes to correct or protect His people. The Power of a Message: The fact that Balaam was sent with a message highlights the importance of communication and the potential for a powerful influence, even from someone seemingly insignificant like a hunter. In short, this verse tells us that God is watching over his people, and He has a way to respond to those who challenge Him. --- Do you want me to: Explain another part of the story? Discuss what the message might have been? Connect this verse to other stories in the Bible?