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Transparency Report　Title: Bemidbar / Numbers: The Torah With Graphic Storytelling, Volume 7 — Parashat Balak

  • Writer: 石川尚寛（Naohiro Ishikawa)
    石川尚寛（Naohiro Ishikawa)
  • Aug 15
  • 2 min read

Transparency Report

Title: Bemidbar / Numbers: The Torah With Graphic Storytelling, Volume 7 — Parashat BalakCoverage: Numbers 22:2 – 25:9Formats: Amazon Kindle eBook, YouTube video edition

1. Purpose of This Work

This volume is part of an ongoing project to present the Pentateuch of Moses in a format accessible to all readers—clear, visually engaging, and faithful to the biblical text. The aim is to bridge the gap between the ancient world of the Torah and modern audiences by combining accurate translation with historically informed visual storytelling.

2. Content Overview

Parashat Balak includes some of the most dramatic and symbolic moments in the Book of Numbers:

  • Balak’s Request to Balaam — The king of Moab seeks to employ the prophet to curse Israel.

  • The Speaking Donkey — Balaam’s donkey perceives the angel of the LORD and miraculously speaks.

  • From Curse to Blessing — Instead of cursing, Balaam delivers blessings over Israel.

  • Judgment on Idolatry — The Israelites who followed Baal of Peor face severe divine punishment.

All scenes are carefully visualized to reflect the historical and cultural context of the ancient Near East, with special attention to clothing, architecture, landscapes, and ceremonial practices.

3. Production Process and Sources

  • Textual Basis: Hebrew Masoretic Text and comparative translations.

  • Historical Research: Consultation of archaeological, geographical, and cultural studies to ensure visual accuracy.

  • Illustration Method: Combination of AI-generated imagery, original illustrations, and public-domain resources, all unified under consistent style guidelines for lighting, composition, and character design.

  • Editorial Standards: Every image and caption undergoes review to ensure alignment with the source text.

4. Access Links

5. Publication Policy

  • Faithfulness to the original text takes priority over artistic liberties.

  • Designed for both dedicated students of the Torah and general readers seeking to experience the stories visually.

  • Transparency is maintained by clearly stating the scope, methods, and sources used in production.

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