Wisdom and Warning: Balaam's Donkey speaks truth

Published: July 20, 2023, 3 p.m.

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Then the Lord opened Balaam\\u2019s eyes, and he saw the angel of the Lord standing in the road with his sword drawn. So he bowed low and fell facedown. The angel of the Lord asked him, \\u201cWhy have you beaten your donkey these three times? I have come here to oppose you because your path is a reckless one before me.[a] The donkey saw me and turned away from me these three times. If it had not turned away, I would certainly have killed you by now, but I would have spared it.\\u201d Balaam said to the angel of the Lord, \\u201cI have sinned. I did not realize you were standing in the road to oppose me. Now if you are displeased, I will go back. Numbers 22:31-34 (Living Bible).

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