Judges 3:17
Judges 3:17 in Multiple Translations
and brought the tribute to Eglon king of Moab, who was an obese man.
And he brought the present unto Eglon king of Moab: and Eglon was a very fat man.
And he offered the tribute unto Eglon king of Moab: now Eglon was a very fat man.
And he took the offering to Eglon, king of Moab, who was a very fat man.
He came and presented the tribute to Eglon, king of Moab, who was a very fat man.
And he presented ye gift vnto Eglon King of Moab (and Eglon was a very fat man)
and he bringeth near the present to Eglon king of Moab, and Eglon [is] a very fat man.
He offered the tribute to Eglon king of Moab. Now Eglon was a very fat man.
And he brought the present to Eglon king of Moab: and Eglon was a very fat man.
And he presented the gifts to Eglon king of Moab. Now Eglon was exceeding fat.
He gave the money to King Eglon, who was a very fat man.
Berean Amplified Bible — Judges 3:17
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Judges 3:17 Interlinear (Deep Study)
BIB
HEB
וַ/יַּקְרֵב֙
אֶת
הַ/מִּנְחָ֔ה
לְ/עֶגְל֖וֹן
מֶ֣לֶךְ
מוֹאָ֑ב
וְ/עֶגְל֕וֹן
אִ֥ישׁ
בָּרִ֖יא
מְאֹֽד
וַ/יַּקְרֵב֙
qârab
H7126
to present
Conj | V-Hiphil-ConsecImperf-3ms
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
הַ/מִּנְחָ֔ה
minchâh
H4503
offering
Art | N-fs
לְ/עֶגְל֖וֹן
ʻEglôwn
H5700
Eglon
Prep | N-proper
מֶ֣לֶךְ
melek
H4428
King's
N-ms
מוֹאָ֑ב
Môwʼâb
H4124
Moab
N-proper
וְ/עֶגְל֕וֹן
ʻEglôwn
H5700
Eglon
Conj | N-proper
אִ֥ישׁ
ʼîysh
H376
man
N-ms
בָּרִ֖יא
bârîyʼ
H1277
fat
Adj
מְאֹֽד
mᵉʼôd
H3966
much
Adv
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Hebrew Word Reference — Judges 3:17
וַ/יַּקְרֵב֙
qârab
H7126
"to present"
Conj | V-Hiphil-ConsecImperf-3ms
To approach or come near someone or something, often with a sense of purpose or intention, like Moses approaching the burning bush in Exodus 3:5. This word can also mean to bring someone or something near, as in presenting an offering to God.
Definition: : come/approach 1) to come near, approach, enter into, draw near 1a) (Qal) to approach, draw near 1b) (Niphal) to be brought near 1c) (Piel) to cause to approach, bring near, cause to draw near 1d) (Hiphil) to bring near, bring, present
Usage: Occurs in 263 OT verses. KJV: (cause to) approach, (cause to) bring (forth, near), (cause to) come (near, nigh), (cause to) draw near (nigh), go (near), be at hand, join, be near, offer, present, produce, make ready, stand, take. See also: Genesis 12:11; Leviticus 22:22; 1 Samuel 10:21.
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
הַ/מִּנְחָ֔ה
minchâh
H4503
"offering"
Art | N-fs
The Hebrew word for offering refers to a gift or donation, often given to God as a sacrifice. In Leviticus 2:1, it describes a grain offering. It can also mean tribute or present.
Definition: : offering/sacrifice 1) gift, tribute, offering, present, oblation, sacrifice, meat offering 1a) gift, present 1b) tribute 1c) offering (to God) 1d) grain offering
Usage: Occurs in 194 OT verses. KJV: gift, oblation, (meat) offering, present, sacrifice. See also: Genesis 4:3; Numbers 29:28; Psalms 20:4.
לְ/עֶגְל֖וֹן
ʻEglôwn
H5700
"Eglon"
Prep | N-proper
Eglon was a king of Moab who oppressed Israel for 18 years before being killed by Ehud. The name also refers to a city in Canaan that opposed Israel's conquest.
Definition: A man of the Moabites living before Israel's Monarchy, first mentioned at Jdg.3.12 § Eglon = "calf-like" 1) king of Moab who oppressed the children of Israel for 18 years before he was killed by the judge Ehud 2) a royal city in Canaan that opposed the conquest; located in the low lands of Judah
Usage: Occurs in 12 OT verses. KJV: Eglon. See also: Joshua 10:3; Joshua 12:12; Judges 3:17.
מֶ֣לֶךְ
melek
H4428
"King's"
N-ms
This word refers to a king or royal person, like King David or King Saul. It can also describe something related to a king, like the King's Valley in Genesis. The Bible often uses this word to talk about the rulers of Israel.
Definition: King's (Valley) (Gen.14.17)
Usage: Occurs in 1919 OT verses. KJV: king, royal. See also: Genesis 14:1; Joshua 10:39; 1 Samuel 16:1.
מוֹאָ֑ב
Môwʼâb
H4124
"Moab"
N-proper
Moab refers to the land and descendants of the son of Lot, who was born out of an incestuous relationship. The land of Moab is mentioned in the book of Numbers and the book of Ruth.
Definition: Combined with a.ra.vah (עֲרָבָה " Plains" H6160I) § Moab = "of his father" the land inhabited by the descendants of the son of Lot
Usage: Occurs in 158 OT verses. KJV: Moab. See also: Genesis 19:37; 2 Kings 3:21; Psalms 60:10.
וְ/עֶגְל֕וֹן
ʻEglôwn
H5700
"Eglon"
Conj | N-proper
Eglon was a king of Moab who oppressed Israel for 18 years before being killed by Ehud. The name also refers to a city in Canaan that opposed Israel's conquest.
Definition: A man of the Moabites living before Israel's Monarchy, first mentioned at Jdg.3.12 § Eglon = "calf-like" 1) king of Moab who oppressed the children of Israel for 18 years before he was killed by the judge Ehud 2) a royal city in Canaan that opposed the conquest; located in the low lands of Judah
Usage: Occurs in 12 OT verses. KJV: Eglon. See also: Joshua 10:3; Joshua 12:12; Judges 3:17.
אִ֥ישׁ
ʼîysh
H376
"man"
N-ms
The Hebrew word for man, referring to a male person or individual, is used in the Bible to describe humans in contrast to God or animals, as seen in Genesis and Psalms. It can also mean husband or servant. In the KJV, it is translated as man or male.
Definition: : man 1) man 1a) man, male (in contrast to woman, female) 1b) husband 1c) human being, person (in contrast to God) 1d) servant 1e) mankind 1f) champion 1g) great man 2) whosoever 3) each (adjective)
Usage: Occurs in 1851 OT verses. KJV: also, another, any (man), a certain, [phrase] champion, consent, each, every (one), fellow, (foot-, husband-) man, (good-, great, mighty) man, he, high (degree), him (that is), husband, man(-kind), [phrase] none, one, people, person, [phrase] steward, what (man) soever, whoso(-ever), worthy. Compare H802 (אִשָּׁה). See also: Genesis 2:23; Genesis 42:25; Exodus 32:23.
בָּרִ֖יא
bârîyʼ
H1277
"fat"
Adj
In the Bible, this word means 'fat' or 'plump', describing something or someone that is well-fed and healthy. It is used to describe animals and people, like in the story of the fat calf in Luke 15:27.
Definition: 1) fat 2) (TWOT) fat, fatter, fed, firm, plenteous, rank Also means: ber.yah (בִּרְיָה "fat" H1274)
Usage: Occurs in 13 OT verses. KJV: fat ((fleshed), -ter), fed, firm, plenteous, rank. See also: Genesis 41:2; Judges 3:17; Psalms 73:4.
מְאֹֽד
mᵉʼôd
H3966
"much"
Adv
Meod means 'much' or 'very' and is used to emphasize something. It can mean 'exceedingly' or 'greatly' and is often used to show strong feelings or actions.
Definition: adv 1) exceedingly, much subst 2) might, force, abundance n m 3) muchness, force, abundance, exceedingly 3a) force, might 3b) exceedingly, greatly, very (idioms showing magnitude or degree) 3b1) exceedingly 3b2) up to abundance, to a great degree, exceedingly 3b3) with muchness, muchness
Usage: Occurs in 278 OT verses. KJV: diligently, especially, exceeding(-ly), far, fast, good, great(-ly), [idiom] louder and louder, might(-ily, -y), (so) much, quickly, (so) sore, utterly, very ([phrase] much, sore), well. See also: Genesis 1:31; 1 Samuel 11:6; Psalms 6:4.
Study Notes — Judges 3:17
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- Judges 3:17 Summary
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- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Judges 3:17
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Judges 3:17
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Judges 3:17
- Trapp's Commentary on Judges 3:17
- Ellicott's Commentary on Judges 3:17
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Judges 3:17
- Cambridge Bible on Judges 3:17
- Sermons on Judges 3:17
Context — Ehud
15And again they cried out to the LORD, and He raised up Ehud son of Gera, a left-handed Benjamite, as their deliverer. So they sent him with tribute to Eglon king of Moab.
16Now Ehud had made for himself a double-edged sword a cubit long. He strapped it to his right thigh under his cloak
17and brought the tribute to Eglon king of Moab, who was an obese man.
18After Ehud had finished presenting the tribute, he ushered out those who had carried it. 19But upon reaching the idols near Gilgal, he himself turned back and said, “I have a secret message for you, O king.” “Silence,” said the king, and all his attendants left him.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Ezekiel 34:20 | Therefore this is what the Lord GOD says to them: ‘Behold, I Myself will judge between the fat sheep and the lean sheep. |
| 2 | Job 15:27 | Though his face is covered with fat and his waistline bulges with flesh, |
| 3 | Jeremiah 50:11 | “Because you rejoice, because you sing in triumph— you who plunder My inheritance— because you frolic like a heifer treading grain and neigh like stallions, |
| 4 | Judges 3:29 | At that time they struck down about ten thousand Moabites, all robust and valiant men. Not one of them escaped. |
| 5 | Psalms 73:19 | How suddenly they are laid waste, completely swept away by terrors! |
| 6 | Jeremiah 5:28 | They have grown fat and sleek, and have excelled in the deeds of the wicked. They have not taken up the cause of the fatherless, that they might prosper; nor have they defended the rights of the needy. |
| 7 | 1 Samuel 2:29 | Why then do you kick at My sacrifice and offering that I have prescribed for My dwelling place? You have honored your sons more than Me by fattening yourselves with the best of all the offerings of My people Israel.’ |
| 8 | Psalms 73:7 | From their prosperity proceeds iniquity; the imaginations of their hearts run wild. |
Judges 3:17 Summary
[Judges 3:17 tells us that Ehud brought tribute to Eglon, the king of Moab, who was a very fat man. This shows that the Israelites were under the control of the Moabites, and they had to give them gifts to keep them happy. As we read in Romans 6:16, we are all slaves to something, either to sin or to God, and our actions reflect our true allegiance. Ehud's actions in this verse demonstrate his obedience to God's plan, even in the midst of oppression, just as we see in Exodus 1:17, where the midwives obeyed God rather than the king of Egypt.]
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is Eglon king of Moab described as an obese man in Judges 3:17?
The description of Eglon as an obese man may be included to highlight his wealth and indulgence, as well as to contrast with the Israelites who were oppressed by him, as seen in Deuteronomy 32:15, where Israel's prosperity led to complacency and idolatry.
What can we learn from the fact that Ehud was sent to bring tribute to Eglon king of Moab?
This act shows the Israelites' subjection to the Moabites, demonstrating their disobedience to God and the resulting consequences, as stated in Judges 2:10 and 3:12, where God's people forgot Him and did evil in His sight.
How does this verse relate to the rest of the story in Judges 3?
This verse sets the stage for Ehud's encounter with Eglon, which ultimately leads to the deliverance of the Israelites from Moabite oppression, as prophesied in Genesis 49:10 and Deuteronomy 30:1-10, where God's people are promised redemption and restoration.
What does the presentation of tribute signify in the biblical context?
The presentation of tribute signifies submission and recognition of the ruler's authority, as seen in 2 Samuel 8:2 and 10:19, where David received tribute from conquered nations, acknowledging his dominance and God's sovereignty.
Reflection Questions
- How does my life reflect a willingness to submit to God's authority, rather than seeking to please worldly powers?
- In what ways can I, like Ehud, use my unique gifts and circumstances to serve God and bring about His deliverance in my life and the lives of others?
- What are the 'idols' in my life that I need to turn away from, in order to hear God's secret message for me, just as Ehud turned back to Eglon with a secret message?
- How can I, like the Israelites, recognize my own spiritual oppression and cry out to God for deliverance, rather than trying to resolve my problems on my own?
Gill's Exposition on Judges 3:17
And he brought a present unto Eglon king of Moab,.... Accompanied by two servants, as Josephus says (b), and who doubtless bore the presents; for that there were such with him that did is clear from
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Judges 3:17
And he brought the present unto Eglon king of Moab: and Eglon was a very fat man. No JFB commentary on these verses.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Judges 3:17
The present was to be paid to him as a part of his tribute. A very fat man, and therefore more unwieldy and unable to ward off Ehud’ s blow.
Trapp's Commentary on Judges 3:17
Judges 3:17 And he brought the present unto Eglon king of Moab: and Eglon [was] a very fat man.Ver. 17. And Eglon was a very fat man.] And so the better mark for Ehud, and less able to resist. His soldiers also were fat men, and stewed in their own broth.
Ellicott's Commentary on Judges 3:17
(17) He brought the present.—Literally,”caused it to come near.” Josephus, in his version of the story, evidently means to insinuate a parallel between the deed of Ehud and that of Harmodius and Aristogiton. He calls Ehud a young man who lived in familiarity with Eglon, and who had won his favour by frequent presents (Antt. v. 4). A very fat man.—Vulg., Crassus nimis. Such seems to be the undoubted meaning, and the notice is inserted with reference to Judges 3:22. The LXX. render it by the word asteios, a word which may mean either “graceful,” or, as more probably in this place, “ridiculous.”
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Judges 3:17
Verse 17. Eglon was a very fat man.] The איש בריא ish bari of the text is translated by the Septuagint ανηραστειοςσφοδρα, a very beautiful or polite man, and in the Syriac, a very rude man. It probably means what we call lusty or corpulent.
Cambridge Bible on Judges 3:17
17. he offered the present] The place is not mentioned; we are to think of some royal city in Moab, rather than of Jericho.
Sermons on Judges 3:17
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Passing Under the Rod by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the urgency of the last days and the impending wrath of God. He highlights the image of a trumpet sounding and preparations being made for b |
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A Plant of Renown (Part One) by Ian Paisley | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the significance of Jesus showing his hands and side to the disciples after his resurrection. He explains that the hands represent the first |
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The Folly of Looking Back in Fleeing Out of Sodom by Jonathan Edwards | Jonathan Edwards preaches about the folly of looking back when fleeing out of Sodom, drawing parallels between the destruction of Jerusalem and the end of the world to the judgment |
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The Ark of the Covenant and the Cross of Christ by Major Ian Thomas | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the story of Eli, the last judge in Israel. Eli was a weary old man who excused sin in his own family and condoned it in the priesthood. He |
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The Glory of Israel Fades Away by George Warnock | George Warnock discusses the decline of Israel's glory after they settled in Canaan, emphasizing their failure to fully obey God's command to destroy the idolatrous nations. This c |
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Spiritual Sickness and Health by J.C. Philpot | J.C. Philpot preaches on the importance of soul-prosperity, drawing from 3 John 2 where John wishes Gaius to prosper and be in health as his soul prospers. Philpot explains the dif |
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1 Corinthians 3:1-3 by St. John Chrysostom | John Chrysostom preaches to the Corinthians about the dangers of being carnal and not spiritual, highlighting the need to grow in faith and knowledge of God's wisdom. He emphasizes |