Numbers 24:10-12

Contemporary English Version

¹⁰ When Balak heard this, he was so furious that he pounded his fist against his hand and said, “I called you here to place a curse on my enemies, and you've blessed them three times. ¹¹ Leave now and go home! I told you I would pay you well, but since the Lord didn't let you do what I asked, you won't be paid.”

¹² Balaam answered, “I told your messengers