Commentaries:
Barnes' Notes
When he looked - i. e., in spirit, as he saw the Star Numbers 24:17.
Amalek was the first of the nations - Rather, is pre-eminent among the neighboring nations: compare the same expression in Amos 6:1. Hence, the force of the words Numbers 24:7 "higher than Agag," i. e., than the king of this powerful nation (compare Numbers 14:45; Exodus 17:8). This rank, due to the warlike prowess of the tribe, Balaam contrasts with its approaching downfall and extinction.
Other Barnes' Notes entries containing Numbers 24:20:
Genesis 14:1-24
Genesis 15:1-21
Numbers 24:7
Job 40:19
Psalms 37:37
Psalms 83:7
Amos 6:1
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