Ch 22-36 Plains of Moab Flashcards
Who did the king of Moab hire and why?
Balaam, a pagan sorcerer, to pronounce curses on Israel because he was afraid of their large numbers
What happened when Balaam tried to curse Israel?
He could only pronounce blessings instead of curses, three different times
What vision did God give Balaam?
A vision of a future Israelite king who would bring God’s justice to all nations.
How does the Balaam story demonstrate God’s grace?
While Israel was grumbling and rebelling in their camp, God was protecting and blessing them without their knowledge
Why are the wilderness stories important for later generations?
They serve as a warning that God remains faithful to His promises but allows people to face consequences of rebellion.
What happened after the Balaam story?
The children of the wilderness generation prepared to inherit the promised land, took a new census, and won battles
How does the Book of Numbers end?
With the new generation ready to enter the Promised Land and Moses preparing to give his final words
