There is a clear parallel between Balak and events in the Book of Exodus. In both narratives, kings (Pharaoh of Egypt and Balak of Moab), alarmed about the success of the Jewish People, conspire to… ...

Parashat Balak: The angel’s sword The donkey, Joshua, and King David all see the sword שְׁלוּפָה (unsheathed) in the angel’s hand. ... Numbers 22:5 and Deuteronomy 23:5).

Balak knew that the Israelites would not go to war against his people. The Israelites were only traveling adjacent to their land and if he did not provoke the Israelites, they would not attack him.

The Secret of Bilaam’s Prophecy – Parshat Balak. By. Rav Yehuda Hakohen - 10 Tammuz 5783 – June 29, 2023. 0. Share on Facebook. Tweet on Twitter ...

Redeeming Relevance: Parshat Balak: What You Don’t Know Won’t Hurt You? By. Rabbi Francis Nataf - 13 Tammuz 5784 – July 18, 2024. 0. Share on Facebook. Tweet on Twitter ...