Numbers 22:8

And he said unto them, Lodge here this night, and I will bring you word again, as the Lord shall speak unto me: and the princes of Moab abode with Balaam.

Cross-reference

Numbers 22:19 shows Balaam again asking the delegation to stay for further divine guidance — echoing his initial response in verse 8.

In Numbers 22:20, God answers Balaam's wait from v.8, giving permission to go but only speak His words.

Numbers 22:15 Historical context

Numbers 22:15 continues the story: Balak sends more honored princes after Balaam's initial refusal, following the events of v.8.

Numbers 12:6 Related theme

Numbers 12:6 explains God speaks to prophets in visions and dreams, confirming Balaam's expectation in v.8.

Numbers 23:12 shows Balaam fulfilling his promise from v.8—he must speak only what God puts in his mouth.

Numbers 23:3 parallels v.8—Balaam again says he will meet the LORD and speak whatever He shows him.

Numbers 23:15 shows Balaam again saying he will meet the LORD, mirroring his pattern from v.8.