In the morning Balak took Balaam and brought him up to Bamoth-baal, and from there he could see the furthest part of the people — Balak takes Balaam to Bamoth-baal ('high place of Baal'), an elevation from which Israel's vast camp is visible. The vantage point is strategic: from this altitude, Balaam can see the fullness of Israel's numbers. The sight is designed to awe and terrify; the people are numerous beyond counting. Balak hopes the overwhelming visual impression will move Balaam to pronounce a devastating curse.

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