And Israel joined himself unto Baalpeor: and the anger of the LORD was kindled against Israel.
What does Numbers 25:3 mean?
The friendship of the wicked is more dangerous than their enmity; for none can prevail against God's people if they are not overcome by their inbred lusts; nor can any enchantment hurt them, but the enticements of worldly interests and pleasures.
Key themes
Justice and mercyPilgrimageRebellionJudgment
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Keep this verse inside Numbers 25:1-5 and alongside a few nearby related passages.
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Glossary
- Peor Place
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Opening. (1. ) A mountain peak ( Num. 23:28 ) to which Balak led Balaam as a last effort to induce him to pronounce a curse upon Israel. Modern identification: Khirbet Ayun Musa.