Numbers 31:8 meaning and explanation

Among the slain were Evi, Rekem, Zur, Hur, and Reba—the five kings of Midian. They also killed Balaam son of Beor with the sword.

Numbers 31:8, Berean Standard Bible

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Numbers 31 reports Israel's war against Midian, commanded by God through Moses after Midian had drawn Israel into idolatry at Peor. Verse 8 lists the five Midianite kings killed in battle, then adds that Israel also put Balaam son of Beor to the sword.

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