Faith Bible Institute Semester 3 Old Testament Practice Test

What is notable about Ehud's method of delivering Israel from Moab?

He used a right-handed warrior to strike from behind. He led a daytime assault with a visible spear. He was a left-handed judge who used a hidden dagger to assassinate King Eglon. He negotiated a peace treaty with Moab.

Correct Answer:

He was a left-handed judge who used a hidden dagger to assassinate King Eglon.

Explanation:

Ehud’s method stands out because it relies on covert tactic and his unique trait of being left-handed. He hid a dagger under his clothing on his right thigh, then used a private audience with King Eglon to strike in secret after the guards were dismissed. The assassination isn’t about a public, flashy battle or a peace treaty; it’s about slipping in undetected and delivering a decisive, personal blow that allows Israel to rise up and defeat Moab. This combination of unconventional weapon concealment and a left-handed approach showcases how an unlikely deliverer could bring about deliverance at just the right moment.

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