14 And now, behold, I go unto my people: come therefore, and I will advertise thee what this people shall do to thy people in the latter days.

Other Translations of Numbers 24:14

New International Version

14 Now I am going back to my people, but come, let me warn you of what this people will do to your people in days to come."

English Standard Version

14 And now, behold, I am going to my people. Come, I will let you know what this people will do to your people in the latter days."

The Message

14 I'm leaving for home and my people, but I warn you of what this people will do to your people in the days to come."

New King James Version

14 And now, indeed, I am going to my people. Come, I will advise you what this people will do to your people in the latter days."

New Living Translation

14 Now I am returning to my own people. But first let me tell you what the Israelites will do to your people in the future."

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Numbers 24:14

Commentary on Numbers 24:10-14

(Read Numbers 24:10-14)

This vain attempt to curse Israel is ended. Balak broke out into a rage against Balaam, and expressed great vexation. Balaam has a very full excuse; God restrained him from saying what he would have said, and constrained him to say what he would not have uttered.