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Two possible explanations:

1. We must not only adhere to God's authority but also to God's purpose. Balaam understood God's authority and thus sought His permission to follow Balak's delegates. He did not however pay close attention to God's purpose, which was clear stated that "You shall not cures the people, for they are blessed." (Numb 22:12)


2. Balaam was not a true prophet (thus the NT characterization of Balaam) and only gave a false impression that he is able to hear God, which explains why he couldn't see the angel in front of his nose when even a donkey can see. In fact the first delegate could not persuade him with their means. The second delegate with greater authority and wealthy was needed. The Bible simply narrates events that unfolded, what Balaam and delegates did and spoke.

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