Numbers 22:16 records Balak's first urgent summons to Balaam, which Balak here recalls and questions.

Numbers 22:17 promises great honor to Balaam, a promise Balak here references when asking why Balaam delayed.

Numbers 22:14 records Balaam's earlier refusal, explaining Balak's frustration here when Balaam finally arrives.

Numbers 24:11 shows Balak revoking his promised honor, fulfilling the threat implicit in his boast here — his ability to honor is withdrawn.

Psalm 75:6 declares that honor comes from God alone, contrasting Balak's proud claim to bestow honor on Balaam.