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In our parsha we are introduced to the prophecies of Bilam. One of them is apocalyptic in nature, and is one of the only times the Torah describes a futuristic vision: "I see it, but not now; I behold ...

As Lavan and Yakov were parting after a 20-year contentious relationship they decided to make a non-aggression pact. We are familiar with this concept as both Avraham and, subsequently, Yitschak made ...

Many questions have rightly been asked about the story of Balak and Bilam and the would-be curses that turned into blessings. Was Bilam a true man of God, or was he a fraud, a magician, a sorcerer, a ...

In this week’s Torah portion, which tells the story of King Balak, the sorcerer Bilam and Bilam’s talking donkey, we learn two important lessons: 1. Words are very powerful. Be careful about what ...

The story of Bilam, the gentile prophet, is most peculiar. It begins when Balak, the king of Moav, recognizes that he is in danger. The Jewish nation had just destroyed Sichon, and Moav was next. Out ...