Balak

Balak was the king of Moab during the time when the Israelites were approaching the Promised Land (Numbers 22:4). Fearing the large number of Israelites, Balak hired the pagan prophet Balaam to curse them (Numbers 22:5-6). Despite Balak's repeated attempts and offerings, Balaam could only bless Israel as God commanded (Numbers 23-24). Balak became angry with Balaam for not cursing Israel and sent him away (Numbers 24:10-11). Balak is mentioned in the farewell speeches of Joshua (Joshua 24:9) and Jephthah (Judges 11:25) as an example of how God protected Israel from their enemies. The prophet Micah also refers to Balak's story as a reminder of God's righteousness (Micah 6:5). In Revelation 2:14, Balak is associated with Balaam's scheme to entice Israel into idolatry and immorality. Balak's actions demonstrate the futility of opposing God's plan and people.