KJV ORIGINAL
Out of Jacob shall come he that shall have dominion, and shall destroy him that remaineth of the city.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
From Jacob's descendants will come someone who will rule with authority and will destroy those who survive in the city.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse prophesies that a powerful ruler will come from the nation of Israel who will defeat their enemies completely.
📚 Historical Context
This is part of Balaam's prophecies about Israel's future while they were camped in the wilderness before entering the Promised Land. Balaam, a foreign prophet hired by the Moabite king to curse Israel, was compelled by God to bless them instead and speak of their future greatness. This particular prophecy likely refers to King David's future conquests or ultimately to the coming Messiah.
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