KJV ORIGINAL
And God came unto Balaam, and said, What men are these with thee?
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
And God came to Balaam and asked, 'Who are these men with you?'
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
God is asking Balaam about the visitors who have come to him, even though God already knows who they are.
📚 Historical Context
Balaam was a non-Israelite prophet who lived in Mesopotamia and was known for his ability to bless and curse people. The men with him were messengers sent by Balak, king of Moab, who wanted to hire Balaam to curse the Israelites as they approached his territory. This divine encounter shows God's involvement in protecting His people even through foreign prophets.
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