Which judge killed Eglon, King of Moab?

Ehud is not your average judge; he goes down in the annals of Israel's history as the left-handed assassin of King Eglon, one of the more unique stories in Judges. Now, why is this left-handed detail so interesting? In Biblical times, being left-handed was often seen as unusual and even suspicious. Yet, it was precisely Ehud's left-handedness that played a crucial role in the cunning strategy he used to deliver Israel from oppression. Using his lesser-conventional hand, he ingeniously hid a double-edged dagger, making his unexpected approach all the more effective.

When King Eglon — who has the distinct description of being "a very fat man" (Judges 3:17) — was caught off guard by a delegate from Israel, Ehud's mission of assassination became an epic turning point for the nation. Following this dramatic deed, Ehud blew a trumpet, rallying the Israelites to rise up and defeat their oppressors. It’s a classic, albeit grisly, moment of liberation where one individual transformed the fate of an entire community.

Interestingly, Eglon's defeat reflects a common theme in the Book of Judges: deliverance coming through unexpected or unlikely appointments. Stories of judges like Deborah and Gideon mirror this, showcasing how even seemingly ordinary individuals — or those who are different in some way — can play pivotal roles in the history of nations and divine plans. Their narratives underline a nifty lesson: sometimes the most unexpected participants in life’s dramas can lead to the grandest victories!