In the book of Numbers we read the story of Balaam the son of Beor, a non-Jewish prophet who was hired by King Balak of Moab to curse the Israelites. Despite being aware that those who bless Israel are blessed and those who curse them are cursed, the king still summoned Balaam to curse the Israelites.

In this Bible study, Rev. Kees van Velzen takes us deeper into the story, and uncovers the lessons it offers.