He crouched, he lay down like a lion
    and (A)like a lioness; who will rouse him up?
(B)Blessed are those who bless you,
    and cursed are those who curse you.”

10 And Balak's anger was kindled against Balaam, and he (C)struck his hands together. And Balak said to Balaam, (D)“I called you to curse my enemies, and behold, you have blessed them these three times. 11 Therefore now flee to your own place. I said, (E)‘I will certainly honor you,’ but the Lord has held you back from honor.”

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