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Numbers 22:29

And Balaam said unto the ass, Because thou hast mocked me: I would there were a sword in mine hand, for now would I kill thee.
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English Standard Version

And Balaam said to the donkey, "Because you have made a fool of me. I wish I had a sword in my hand, for then I would kill you."

New International Version

Balaam answered the donkey, "You have made a fool of me! If I had a sword in my hand, I would kill you right now."

Catholic Public Domain Version

Balaam responded, "Because you have deserved it, and you have mistreated me. If only I had a sword, so that I might pierce you.