Ehud’s Assassination

Overview

• Testament: Old
• Book: Judges
• Chapters: Judges 3:12-30
• Summary: Ehud kills Eglon and leads Israel to victory over Moab.

Details

Ehud brings tribute to Eglon while carrying a hidden dagger on his right thigh. After killing the king in private, Ehud escapes, rallies Israel, and cuts off Moab’s escape at the Jordan fords.

Key People Involved

• Ehud — Judge and deliverer
• Eglon — Moabite king

Key Places

• Jordan River — Escape route cut off by Israel

Important Verses

“Follow after me: for the LORD hath delivered your enemies the Moabites into your hand.” — Judges 3:28

Cross-References

• Related events: Cycle of Apostasy

Notes

The story’s irony undercuts Moabite power and highlights the LORD’s use of unexpected weakness.