Numbers 22:36

Numbers 22:36 in Multiple Translations

Berean Standard Bible BSB

When Balak heard that Balaam was coming, he went out to meet him at the Moabite city on the Arnon border, at the edge of his territory.

King James Version KJV

¶ And when Balak heard that Balaam was come, he went out to meet him unto a city of Moab, which is in the border of Arnon, which is in the utmost coast.

American Standard Version ASV

And when Balak heard that Balaam was come, he went out to meet him unto the City of Moab, which is on the border of the Arnon, which is in the utmost part of the border.

Bible in Basic English BBE

Now Balak, hearing that Balaam had come, went to the chief town of Moab, on the edge of the Arnon, in the farthest part of the land, for the purpose of meeting him.

Free Bible Version FBV

When Balak found out that Balaam was on his way, he went out to meet him at the Moabite town on the border at the Arnon River, the farthest point of his territory.

Geneva Bible 1599 GNV

And when Balak heard that Balaam came, he went out to meete him vnto a citie of Moab, which is in the border of Arnon, euen in the vtmost coast.

Young's Literal Translation YLT

And Balak heareth that Balaam hath come, and goeth out to meet him, unto a city of Moab, which [is] on the border of Arnon, which [is] in the extremity of the border;

World English Bible WEB

When Balak heard that Balaam had come, he went out to meet him to the City of Moab, which is on the border of the Arnon, which is in the utmost part of the border.

Noah Webster Bible WBS

And when Balak heard that Balaam had come, he went out to meet him to a city of Moab, which is in the border of Arnon, which is in the utmost limit.

Douay-Rheims 1899 DRV

And when Balac heard it he came forth to meet him in a town of the Moabites, that is situate in the uttermost borders of Arnon.

Translation for Translators T4T

When King Balak heard that Balaam was coming, he went to meet him at a Moab town alongside the Arnon River that was at the border of his own land.

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Numbers 22:36 Interlinear (Deep Study)

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HEB וַ/יִּשְׁמַ֥ע בָּלָ֖ק כִּ֣י בָ֣א בִלְעָ֑ם וַ/יֵּצֵ֨א לִ/קְרָאת֜/וֹ אֶל עִ֣יר מוֹאָ֗ב אֲשֶׁר֙ עַל גְּב֣וּל אַרְנֹ֔ן אֲשֶׁ֖ר בִּ/קְצֵ֥ה הַ/גְּבֽוּל

וַ/יִּשְׁמַ֥ע shâmaʻ H8085 to hear Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms

בָּלָ֖ק Bâlâq H1111 Balak N-proper

כִּ֣י kîy H3588 for Conj

בָ֣א bôwʼ H935 Lebo V-Qal-Perf-3ms

בִלְעָ֑ם Bilʻâm H1109 Balaam N-proper

וַ/יֵּצֵ֨א yâtsâʼ H3318 to come out Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms

לִ/קְרָאת֜/וֹ qirʼâh H7125 befall Prep | V-Qal-Inf-a | Suff

אֶל ʼêl H413 to(wards) Prep

עִ֣יר ʻîyr H5892 excitement N-fs

מוֹאָ֗ב Môwʼâb H4124 Moab N-proper

אֲשֶׁר֙ ʼăsher H834 which Rel

עַל ʻal H5921 upon Prep

גְּב֣וּל gᵉbûwl H1366 border N-ms

אַרְנֹ֔ן ʼArnôwn H769 Arnon N-proper

אֲשֶׁ֖ר ʼăsher H834 which Rel

בִּ/קְצֵ֥ה qâtseh H7097 end Prep | N-cs

הַ/גְּבֽוּל gᵉbûwl H1366 border Art | N-ms

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Hebrew Word Reference — Numbers 22:36

וַ/יִּשְׁמַ֥ע shâmaʻ H8085 "to hear" Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms

To hear and listen is what this Hebrew word means, often implying attention and obedience. In Exodus and Deuteronomy, it is used when God speaks to the people, and they must listen and obey.

Definition: : hear v 1) to hear, listen to, obey 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to hear (perceive by ear) 1a2) to hear of or concerning 1a3) to hear (have power to hear) 1a4) to hear with attention or interest, listen to 1a5) to understand (language) 1a6) to hear (of judicial cases) 1a7) to listen, give heed 1a7a) to consent, agree 1a7b) to grant request 1a8) to listen to, yield to 1a9) to obey, be obedient 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be heard (of voice or sound) 1b2) to be heard of 1b3) to be regarded, be obeyed 1c) (Piel) to cause to hear, call to hear, summon 1d) (Hiphil) 1d1) to cause to hear, tell, proclaim, utter a sound 1d2) to sound aloud (musical term) 1d3) to make proclamation, summon 1d4) to cause to be heard n m 2) sound

Usage: Occurs in 1072 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] attentively, call (gather) together, [idiom] carefully, [idiom] certainly, consent, consider, be content, declare, [idiom] diligently, discern, give ear, (cause to, let, make to) hear(-ken, tell), [idiom] indeed, listen, make (a) noise, (be) obedient, obey, perceive, (make a) proclaim(-ation), publish, regard, report, shew (forth), (make a) sound, [idiom] surely, tell, understand, whosoever (heareth), witness. See also: Genesis 3:8; Exodus 32:18; Deuteronomy 27:9.

בָּלָ֖ק Bâlâq H1111 "Balak" N-proper

Balak was a king of Moab who hired the prophet Balaam to curse the Israelites, as told in Numbers 22:2. His name means devastator, reflecting his role as a king who sought to harm God's people.

Definition: A man of the Moabites living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Num.22.2; son of: Zippor (H6834) Also named: Balak (Βαλάκ "Balak" G0904) § Balak = "devastator" a king of Moab who hired Balaam to curse Israel

Usage: Occurs in 40 OT verses. KJV: Balak. See also: Numbers 22:2; Numbers 23:7; Micah 6:5.

כִּ֣י kîy H3588 "for" Conj

A conjunction used to show cause or connection, as in Genesis 2:23 where Adam says the woman is bone of his bone because she was taken out of him. It is often translated as 'for', 'because', or 'since'.

Definition: 1) that, for, because, when, as though, as, because that, but, then, certainly, except, surely, since 1a) that 1a1) yea, indeed 1b) when (of time) 1b1) when, if, though (with a concessive force) 1c) because, since (causal connection) 1d) but (after negative) 1e) that if, for if, indeed if, for though, but if 1f) but rather, but 1g) except that 1h) only, nevertheless 1i) surely 1j) that is 1k) but if 1l) for though 1m) forasmuch as, for therefore

Usage: Occurs in 3910 OT verses. KJV: and, + (forasmuch, inasmuch, where-) as, assured(-ly), + but, certainly, doubtless, + else, even, + except, for, how, (because, in, so, than) that, + nevertheless, now, rightly, seeing, since, surely, then, therefore, + (al-) though, + till, truly, + until, when, whether, while, whom, yea, yet. See also: Genesis 1:4; Genesis 26:16; Genesis 42:15.

בָ֣א bôwʼ H935 "Lebo" V-Qal-Perf-3ms

This verb means to go or come, and is used in many contexts, such as entering a place or approaching someone, as seen in the book of Genesis. It can also mean to abide or apply, and is translated in various ways in the KJV Bible. This term is related to the name Lebo Hamath.

Definition: A shortened name of Lebo Hamath complined withcha.mat (חֲמָת "Hamath" H2574) This name means to go in, enter

Usage: Occurs in 2307 OT verses. KJV: abide, apply, attain, [idiom] be, befall, [phrase] besiege, bring (forth, in, into, to pass), call, carry, [idiom] certainly, (cause, let, thing for) to come (against, in, out, upon, to pass), depart, [idiom] doubtless again, [phrase] eat, [phrase] employ, (cause to) enter (in, into, -tering, -trance, -try), be fallen, fetch, [phrase] follow, get, give, go (down, in, to war), grant, [phrase] have, [idiom] indeed, (in-) vade, lead, lift (up), mention, pull in, put, resort, run (down), send, set, [idiom] (well) stricken (in age), [idiom] surely, take (in), way. See also: Genesis 2:19; Genesis 32:7; Exodus 1:19.

בִלְעָ֑ם Bilʻâm H1109 "Balaam" N-proper

Balaam was a prophet from Mesopotamia, also the name of a place in Palestine. He is known for trying to curse the Israelites in the book of Numbers.

Definition: A man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Num.22.5; son of: Beor (H1160H) Also named: Balaam (Βαλαάμ "Balaam" G0903) § Balaam = "not of the people" the son of Beor, a man endowed with the gift of prophecy

Usage: Occurs in 57 OT verses. KJV: Balaam, Bileam. See also: Numbers 22:5; Numbers 23:2; Micah 6:5.

וַ/יֵּצֵ֨א yâtsâʼ H3318 "to come out" Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms

In the Bible, this Hebrew word means to go out or come out, and it's used in many different ways, like leaving a place or starting a new journey, as seen in Genesis and Exodus.

Definition: : come/go_out/escape 1) to go out, come out, exit, go forth 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to go or come out or forth, depart 1a2) to go forth (to a place) 1a3) to go forward, proceed to (to or toward something) 1a4) to come or go forth (with purpose or for result) 1a5) to come out of 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to cause to go or come out, bring out, lead out 1b2) to bring out of 1b3) to lead out 1b4) to deliver 1c) (Hophal) to be brought out or forth

Usage: Occurs in 991 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] after, appear, [idiom] assuredly, bear out, [idiom] begotten, break out, bring forth (out, up), carry out, come (abroad, out, thereat, without), [phrase] be condemned, depart(-ing, -ure), draw forth, in the end, escape, exact, fail, fall (out), fetch forth (out), get away (forth, hence, out), (able to, cause to, let) go abroad (forth, on, out), going out, grow, have forth (out), issue out, lay (lie) out, lead out, pluck out, proceed, pull out, put away, be risen, [idiom] scarce, send with commandment, shoot forth, spread, spring out, stand out, [idiom] still, [idiom] surely, take forth (out), at any time, [idiom] to (and fro), utter. See also: Genesis 1:12; Exodus 9:33; Leviticus 26:45.

לִ/קְרָאת֜/וֹ qirʼâh H7125 "befall" Prep | V-Qal-Inf-a | Suff

To encounter or meet someone or something, either by accident or on purpose, as seen in the story of Joseph meeting his brothers in Genesis 37:23. This word can also mean to befall or happen to someone. It is used in various contexts, including friendly or hostile encounters.

Definition: 1) (BDB) to encounter, befall, meet 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to meet, encounter 1a2) to befall (fig)

Usage: Occurs in 98 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] against (he come), help, meet, seek, [idiom] to, [idiom] in the way. See also: Genesis 14:17; 2 Samuel 10:9; Psalms 35:3.

אֶל ʼêl H413 "to(wards)" Prep

This Hebrew word means 'to' or 'toward', showing direction or movement. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus, to indicate where someone is going. The KJV translates it in various ways, like 'about', 'according to', or 'against'.

Definition: 1) to, toward, unto (of motion) 2) into (limit is actually entered) 2a) in among 3) toward (of direction, not necessarily physical motion) 4) against (motion or direction of a hostile character) 5) in addition to, to 6) concerning, in regard to, in reference to, on account of 7) according to (rule or standard) 8) at, by, against (of one's presence) 9) in between, in within, to within, unto (idea of motion to)

Usage: Occurs in 4205 OT verses. KJV: about, according to, after, against, among, as for, at, because(-fore, -side), both...and, by, concerning, for, from, [idiom] hath, in(-to), near, (out) of, over, through, to(-ward), under, unto, upon, whether, with(-in). See also: Genesis 1:9; Genesis 21:14; Genesis 31:13.

עִ֣יר ʻîyr H5892 "excitement" N-fs

In the Bible, this word refers to a city or town, often a place with a wall or a watchman. It is used to describe a settlement or encampment, like the city of Ai, which is mentioned in the book of Joshua. The word is used to identify specific locations in the Bible.

Definition: 1) excitement, anguish 1a) of terror

Usage: Occurs in 936 OT verses. KJV: Ai (from margin), city, court (from margin), town. See also: Genesis 4:17; Deuteronomy 3:6; Joshua 14:12.

מוֹאָ֗ב Môwʼâb H4124 "Moab" N-proper

Moab refers to the land and descendants of the son of Lot, who was born out of an incestuous relationship. The land of Moab is mentioned in the book of Numbers and the book of Ruth.

Definition: Combined with a.ra.vah (עֲרָבָה " Plains" H6160I) § Moab = "of his father" the land inhabited by the descendants of the son of Lot

Usage: Occurs in 158 OT verses. KJV: Moab. See also: Genesis 19:37; 2 Kings 3:21; Psalms 60:10.

אֲשֶׁר֙ ʼăsher H834 "which" Rel

This Hebrew word is a conjunction that connects ideas and events in the Bible, like in the book of Genesis, where it's used to describe the relationship between God and His creation.

Definition: A: 1) (relative part.) 1a) which, who 1b) that which 2) (conj) 2a) that (in obj clause) 2b) when 2c) since 2d) as 2e) conditional if B: Beth+ 1) in (that) which 2) (adv) 2a) where 3) (conj) 3a) in that, inasmuch as 3b) on account of C: Mem+ 1) from (or than) that which 2) from (the place) where 3) from (the fact) that, since D: Kaph+ 1) (conj.), according as, as, when 1a) according to that which, according as, as 1b) with a causal force: in so far as, since 1c) with a temporal force: when

Usage: Occurs in 4440 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] after, [idiom] alike, as (soon as), because, [idiom] every, for, [phrase] forasmuch, [phrase] from whence, [phrase] how(-soever), [idiom] if, (so) that ((thing) which, wherein), [idiom] though, [phrase] until, [phrase] whatsoever, when, where ([phrase] -as, -in, -of, -on, -soever, -with), which, whilst, [phrase] whither(-soever), who(-m, -soever, -se). As it is indeclinable, it is often accompanied by the personal pronoun expletively, used to show the connection. See also: Genesis 1:7; Genesis 20:9; Genesis 31:16.

עַל ʻal H5921 "upon" Prep

This Hebrew word means on or above something, like a physical object or a situation. It can also imply a sense of responsibility or accountability, as in being on behalf of someone.

Definition: prep 1) upon, on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against 1a) upon, on the ground of, on the basis of, on account of, because of, therefore, on behalf of, for the sake of, for, with, in spite of, notwithstanding, concerning, in the matter of, as regards 1b) above, beyond, over (of excess) 1c) above, over (of elevation or pre-eminence) 1d) upon, to, over to, unto, in addition to, together with, with (of addition) 1e) over (of suspension or extension) 1f) by, adjoining, next, at, over, around (of contiguity or proximity) 1g) down upon, upon, on, from, up upon, up to, towards, over towards, to, against (with verbs of motion) 1h) to (as a dative)

Usage: Occurs in 4493 OT verses. KJV: above, according to(-ly), after, (as) against, among, and, [idiom] as, at, because of, beside (the rest of), between, beyond the time, [idiom] both and, by (reason of), [idiom] had the charge of, concerning for, in (that), (forth, out) of, (from) (off), (up-) on, over, than, through(-out), to, touching, [idiom] with. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 24:13; Genesis 41:33.

גְּב֣וּל gᵉbûwl H1366 "border" N-ms

This word refers to a boundary or border, like the borders of the Promised Land in Numbers 34:1-12. It can also mean a region or territory, as in the borders of Israel in 1 Kings 8:65.

Definition: : boundary 1) border, territory 1a) border 1b) territory (enclosed within boundary) 1c) region, territory (of darkness) (fig.) Also means: ge.vul (גְּבוּל ": area" H1366H)

Usage: Occurs in 196 OT verses. KJV: border, bound, coast, [idiom] great, landmark, limit, quarter, space. See also: Genesis 10:19; Joshua 19:33; Psalms 78:54.

אַרְנֹ֔ן ʼArnôwn H769 "Arnon" N-proper

The Arnon is a river east of the Jordan, also referring to its surrounding territory. It forms the border between Moab and the Amorites in south Palestine.

Definition: § Arnon = "rushing stream" a river and surrounding valley in south Palestine, forms the border between Moab and the Amorites

Usage: Occurs in 23 OT verses. KJV: Arnon. See also: Numbers 21:13; Deuteronomy 4:48; Isaiah 16:2.

אֲשֶׁ֖ר ʼăsher H834 "which" Rel

This Hebrew word is a conjunction that connects ideas and events in the Bible, like in the book of Genesis, where it's used to describe the relationship between God and His creation.

בִּ/קְצֵ֥ה qâtseh H7097 "end" Prep | N-cs

In the book of Joshua, this word refers to an end or border of a territory. It can also mean the edge or brink of something. This concept is used to describe the boundaries of the Promised Land.

Definition: 1) end, extremity 1a) end, mouth, extremity 1b) border, outskirts 1c) the whole (condensed term for what is included within extremities) 1d) at the end of (a certain time) Also means: qe.tseh (קֵ֫צֶה "end" H7097B)

Usage: Occurs in 87 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] after, border, brim, brink, edge, end, (in-) finite, frontier, outmost coast, quarter, shore, (out-) side, [idiom] some, ut(-ter-) most (part). See also: Genesis 8:3; Judges 7:19; Psalms 19:5.

הַ/גְּבֽוּל gᵉbûwl H1366 "border" Art | N-ms

This word refers to a boundary or border, like the borders of the Promised Land in Numbers 34:1-12. It can also mean a region or territory, as in the borders of Israel in 1 Kings 8:65.

Definition: : boundary 1) border, territory 1a) border 1b) territory (enclosed within boundary) 1c) region, territory (of darkness) (fig.) Also means: ge.vul (גְּבוּל ": area" H1366H)

Usage: Occurs in 196 OT verses. KJV: border, bound, coast, [idiom] great, landmark, limit, quarter, space. See also: Genesis 10:19; Joshua 19:33; Psalms 78:54.

Study Notes — Numbers 22:36

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Gill's Exposition on Numbers 22:36
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Numbers 22:36
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Numbers 22:36
Ellicott's Commentary on Numbers 22:36
Cambridge Bible on Numbers 22:36
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Context — The Angel and Balaam’s Donkey

34“I have sinned,” Balaam said to the angel of the LORD, “for I did not realize that you were standing in the road to confront me. And now, if this is displeasing in your sight, I will go back home.” 35But the angel of the LORD said to Balaam, “Go with the men, but you are to speak only what I tell you.” So Balaam went with the princes of Balak.

36When Balak heard that Balaam was coming, he went out to meet him at the Moabite city on the Arnon border, at the edge of his territory.

37And he said to Balaam, “Did I not send you an urgent summons? Why did you not come to me? Am I really not able to reward you richly?” 38“See, I have come to you,” Balaam replied, “but can I say just anything? I must speak only the word that God puts in my mouth.”

Cross References

	Reference	Text (BSB)
1	Isaiah 16:2	Like fluttering birds pushed out of the nest, so are the daughters of Moab at the fords of the Arnon:
2	Acts 28:15	The brothers there had heard about us and traveled as far as the Forum of Appius and the Three Taverns to meet us. When Paul saw them, he was encouraged and gave thanks to God.
3	Jeremiah 48:20	Moab is put to shame, for it has been shattered. Wail and cry out! Declare by the Arnon that Moab is destroyed.
4	Judges 11:18	Then Israel traveled through the wilderness and bypassed the lands of Edom and Moab. They came to the east side of the land of Moab and camped on the other side of the Arnon. But they did not enter the territory of Moab, since the Arnon was its border.
5	Deuteronomy 2:24	“Arise, set out, and cross the Arnon Valley. See, I have delivered into your hand Sihon the Amorite, king of Heshbon, and his land. Begin to take possession of it and engage him in battle.
6	Genesis 18:2	And Abraham looked up and saw three men standing nearby. When he saw them, he ran from the entrance of his tent to meet them and bowed low to the ground.
7	Exodus 18:7	So Moses went out to meet his father-in-law and bowed down and kissed him. They greeted each other and went into the tent.
8	Genesis 46:29	Joseph prepared his chariot and went there to meet his father Israel. Joseph presented himself to him, embraced him, and wept profusely.
9	Numbers 21:13–14	From there they moved on and camped on the other side of the Arnon, in the wilderness that extends into the Amorite territory. Now the Arnon is the border between the Moabites and the Amorites. Therefore it is stated in the Book of the Wars of the LORD: “Waheb in Suphah and the wadis of the Arnon,
10	Genesis 14:17	After Abram returned from defeating Chedorlaomer and the kings allied with him, the king of Sodom went out to meet him in the Valley of Shaveh (that is, the King’s Valley).

Numbers 22:36 Summary

In this verse, we see that Balak, the king of Moab, went out to meet Balaam, a prophet, at the Moabite city on the Arnon border. This shows that Balak was eager to have Balaam curse the Israelites, and he wanted to show respect and hospitality to the prophet. This story reminds us that our actions and motivations are important, and that we should seek to follow God's will, as seen in Proverbs 3:5-6. By examining our own hearts and actions, we can learn to align ourselves with God's plans, just like Balaam ultimately did, as seen in Numbers 23:1-12 and Numbers 24:1-14.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why did Balak go out to meet Balaam at the Moabite city on the Arnon border?

Balak went out to meet Balaam because he was eager to have Balaam curse the Israelites, and he wanted to show respect and hospitality to the prophet, as seen in Numbers 22:36, and also to possibly influence him to do his bidding, as hinted in Numbers 22:37.

What is the significance of the Moabite city on the Arnon border?

The Moabite city on the Arnon border was likely an important location for Balak, as it was at the edge of his territory, and it may have held strategic or symbolic value, much like the city of Jericho held significance for the Israelites in Joshua 6:1.

How does this verse relate to the rest of the story in Numbers 22?

This verse is a pivotal point in the story, as it marks the meeting of Balak and Balaam, and sets the stage for the events that will unfold, including Balaam's attempts to curse the Israelites, as seen in Numbers 22:37-38, and the subsequent intervention by God, as seen in Numbers 22:31-35 and Numbers 23:1-12.

What can we learn from Balak's actions in this verse?

We can learn that Balak was a man who was driven by his desires and motivations, and was willing to go to great lengths to achieve his goals, much like King Herod in Matthew 2:13-16, and this serves as a reminder to us to examine our own motivations and actions, and to seek to align them with God's will, as seen in Proverbs 3:5-6.

Reflection Questions

What are some ways that I can show hospitality and respect to others, like Balak showed to Balaam, and how can I use these opportunities to share the love of God with them?
How can I, like Balaam, be mindful of God's presence and guidance in my life, and seek to follow His will, even when it is difficult or challenging, as seen in Psalm 119:105?
What are some areas in my life where I may be trying to influence or manipulate others to do my bidding, like Balak tried to influence Balaam, and how can I instead seek to serve and love them, as seen in Matthew 20:26-28?
How can I, like the angel of the Lord in Numbers 22:31-35, be a messenger of God's truth and love to those around me, and what are some ways that I can prepare myself for this role, as seen in 2 Timothy 2:15?

Gill's Exposition on Numbers 22:36

And when Balak heard that Balaam was come,.... Messengers being sent to acquaint him with it, either by Balaam, or by the princes: he went out to meet him; overjoyed at the news that his princes had

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Numbers 22:36

And when Balak heard that Balaam was come, he went out to meet him unto a city of Moab, which is in the border of Arnon, which is in the utmost coast. Balak ... went out to meet him.

Matthew Poole's Commentary on Numbers 22:36

That by this great honour he might give him a taste and earnest of those great rewards he designed him, and thereby oblige him to use his utmost skill and interest for him. The utmost coast; not far from the camp of the Israelites, whom he desired him to curse.

Ellicott's Commentary on Numbers 22:36

(36) A city of Moab.—Better, the city of Moab. (Comp. Numbers 21:15.) Which is in the utmost coast.—Or, which flows at the extremity of the border. Sihon, the Amorite, had taken possession of the Moabitish territory as far as the Arnon.

Cambridge Bible on Numbers 22:36

36. unto the City of Moab] unto Ir of Moab. The Heb. form of the name Ar of Moab (Numbers 21:28). which is on the border of Arnon] i.e. the border or boundary formed by the Arnon. Moab at this time possessed no land north of the Arnon; Ir (Ar) of Moab thus lay on their northern border. The following clause defines the locality further. which is at the end of the border] Since Balaam was coming from the east, ‘the end’ must be the eastern end; that is to say Ir (Ar) of Moab lay somewhere on the upper, eastern, course of the Arnon.

Whedon's Commentary on Numbers 22:36

BALAAM BY BALAK, Numbers 22:36-41. 36. He went out to meet him — This compliment indicates the greatness of Balaam’s reputation and the greatness of Balak’s expectations. See Genesis 14:17-18; Genesis 46:29; Exodus 18:7.

Sermons on Numbers 22:36

	Sermon	Description
	Christian and Non-Christian by Martyn-Lloyd Jones	Greek Word Studies for an aid_number 34441 preaches about the significance of the term 'apantesis' in Greek culture, which describes a ceremonial meeting with a person of position.
	Why We Fight by Mary Wilder Tileston	Mary Wilder Tileston preaches about the importance of supporting and encouraging our fellow believers, emphasizing the need to be a source of strength and comfort for one another i
	Your Enemies Are Beginning to Tremble by Carter Conlon	In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of taking a journey with a larger perspective, beyond just achieving victory in one area of life. He uses the analogy of a la
	(Genesis) Genesis 46:29-34 by J. Vernon McGee	In this sermon, the preacher discusses the significance of shepherds in the Bible and how they are often seen as an abomination to the world. He highlights the figure of speech use
	(Through the Bible) Genesis - Part 3 by Zac Poonen	This sermon delves into the lives of Isaac, Jacob, and Joseph as portrayed in Genesis, highlighting themes of arranged marriages by God, fatherly concerns for children's marriages,
	God Meant It for Good! by David Wilkerson	David Wilkerson shares the profound story of Jacob and Joseph, emphasizing how Jacob, despite his many sorrows and struggles, ultimately witnessed God's faithfulness and provision.
	Genesis 14:1-24 by John Calvin	John Calvin expounds on the historical account of Abram's victory over the kings, emphasizing the divine intervention and protection granted to him as a chosen servant of God. The