And it came to pass on the morrow, that Balak took Balaam, and brought him up into the high places of Baal, that thence he might see the utmost part of the people.
The next morning, Balak took Balaam and brought him up to the high places where Baal was worshipped, so that from there he could see the edge of the Israelite camp.
King Balak is positioning the prophet Balaam at a pagan worship site where he can see the Israelite people, preparing for Balaam to curse them.
📚 Historical Context
This occurs during Israel's journey to the Promised Land, when King Balak of Moab feared the large number of Israelites camped near his territory. He hired Balaam, a renowned prophet, to curse Israel and weaken them. The 'high places of Baal' were elevated worship sites where the Canaanite god Baal was honored, often chosen for their strategic views and spiritual significance.
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