A star and a scepter

15Then he took up his discourse and said: “The declaration of Balaam son of Beor, the declaration of the man whose eye is opened:”

16the declaration of one who hears the words of God, and knows the knowledge of the Most High, who sees the vision of the Almighty, falling down, yet with uncovered eyes:

17I see him, but not now; I behold him, but not near. A star has come forth from Jacob, and a scepter has risen from Israel; it will crush the corners of Moab and tear down all the sons of Sheth.