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Judges 3:23

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Judges 3:23 in Multiple Translations

Berean Standard Bible BSB

Then Ehud went out through the porch, closing and locking the doors of the upper room behind him.

King James Version KJV

Then Ehud went forth through the porch, and shut the doors of the parlour upon him, and locked them.

American Standard Version ASV

Then Ehud went forth into the porch, and shut the doors of the upper room upon him, and locked them.

Bible in Basic English BBE

Then Ehud went out into the covered way, shutting the doors of the summer-house on him and locking them.

Free Bible Version FBV

Then Ehud closed and locked the doors, and escaped through the toilet.

Geneva Bible 1599 GNV

Then Ehud gate him out into the porch, and shut the doores of the parler vpon him, and locked them.

Young's Literal Translation YLT

And Ehud goeth out at the porch, and shutteth the doors of the upper chamber upon him, and hath bolted [it];

World English Bible WEB

Then Ehud went out onto the porch, and shut the doors of the upper room on him, and locked them.

Noah Webster Bible WBS

Then Ehud went forth through the porch, and shut the doors of the parlor upon him, and locked them.

Douay-Rheims 1899 DRV

But Aod carefully shutting the doors of the parlour and locking them,

Translation for Translators T4T

Then Ehud left the room. He went out to the porch. He shut the doors to the room and locked them.

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Berean Amplified Bible — Judges 3:23

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Judges 3:23 Interlinear (Deep Study)

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HEB וַ/יֵּצֵ֥א אֵה֖וּד הַֽ/מִּסְדְּר֑וֹנָ/ה וַ/יִּסְגֹּ֞ר דַּלְת֧וֹת הָ/עַלִיָּ֛ה בַּעֲד֖/וֹ וְ/נָעָֽל
וַ/יֵּצֵ֥א yâtsâʼ H3318 to come out Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
אֵה֖וּד ʼÊhûwd H164 Ehud N-proper
הַֽ/מִּסְדְּר֑וֹנָ/ה miçdᵉrôwn H4528 porch Art | N-ms | Suff
וַ/יִּסְגֹּ֞ר çâgar H5462 to shut Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
דַּלְת֧וֹת deleth H1817 door N-fp
הָ/עַלִיָּ֛ה ʻălîyâh H5944 upper room Art | N-fs
בַּעֲד֖/וֹ bᵉʻad H1157 about/through/for Prep | Suff
וְ/נָעָֽל nâʻal H5274 to lock Conj | V-Qal-Perf-3ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — Judges 3:23

וַ/יֵּצֵ֥א yâtsâʼ H3318 "to come out" Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means to go out or come out, and it's used in many different ways, like leaving a place or starting a new journey, as seen in Genesis and Exodus.
Definition: : come/go_out/escape 1) to go out, come out, exit, go forth 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to go or come out or forth, depart 1a2) to go forth (to a place) 1a3) to go forward, proceed to (to or toward something) 1a4) to come or go forth (with purpose or for result) 1a5) to come out of 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to cause to go or come out, bring out, lead out 1b2) to bring out of 1b3) to lead out 1b4) to deliver 1c) (Hophal) to be brought out or forth
Usage: Occurs in 991 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] after, appear, [idiom] assuredly, bear out, [idiom] begotten, break out, bring forth (out, up), carry out, come (abroad, out, thereat, without), [phrase] be condemned, depart(-ing, -ure), draw forth, in the end, escape, exact, fail, fall (out), fetch forth (out), get away (forth, hence, out), (able to, cause to, let) go abroad (forth, on, out), going out, grow, have forth (out), issue out, lay (lie) out, lead out, pluck out, proceed, pull out, put away, be risen, [idiom] scarce, send with commandment, shoot forth, spread, spring out, stand out, [idiom] still, [idiom] surely, take forth (out), at any time, [idiom] to (and fro), utter. See also: Genesis 1:12; Exodus 9:33; Leviticus 26:45.
אֵה֖וּד ʼÊhûwd H164 "Ehud" N-proper
Ehud was a judge of Israel from the tribe of Benjamin, known for delivering Israel from Moab, as seen in the book of Judges. His name means 'I will give thanks' or 'undivided, union'.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Benjamin living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 1Ch.7.10; son of: Bilhan (H1092H); brother of: Jeush (H3266H), Benjamin (H1144H), Chenaanah (H3668H), Zethan (H2133), Tarshish (H8659I) and Ahishahar (H0300) § Ehud = "I will give thanks: I will be praised" or "undivided, union" in (1Ch. 8:6) only 1) Benjamite judge of Israel, deliverer of Israel from Moab 2) another Benjamite, son of Bilhan (1Ch 8:6)
Usage: Occurs in 8 OT verses. KJV: Ehud. See also: Judges 3:15; Judges 3:23; 1 Chronicles 7:10.
הַֽ/מִּסְדְּר֑וֹנָ/ה miçdᵉrôwn H4528 "porch" Art | N-ms | Suff
This Hebrew word refers to a porch or a colonnade with rows of pillars, like the one in Solomon's Temple. It appears in the Bible in 1 Kings 7:6 and John 10:23, where Jesus walks in the porch of Solomon. The word is used to describe impressive architectural features.
Definition: 1) porch, colonnade 1a) meaning uncertain
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: porch. See also: Judges 3:23.
וַ/יִּסְגֹּ֞ר çâgar H5462 "to shut" Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
To shut means to close something, like a door or a container. In the Bible, this word is used to describe surrendering or giving something up, like in the book of Ezra where the Israelites shut themselves in to pray.
Definition: 1) to shut, close 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to shut 1a2) to close, close up 1a3) closed up, closely joined, shut up 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be shut up 1b2) to be shut or closed 1c) (Piel) to shut up, deliver up 1d) (Pual) to be shut up 1e) (Hiphil) 1e1) to deliver up 1e2) to shut up, imprison 2) pure gold Aramaic equivalent: se.gar (סְגַר "to shut" H5463)
Usage: Occurs in 87 OT verses. KJV: close up, deliver (up), give over (up), inclose, [idiom] pure, repair, shut (in, self, out, up, up together), stop, [idiom] straitly. See also: Genesis 2:21; 1 Kings 11:27; Psalms 17:10.
דַּלְת֧וֹת deleth H1817 "door" N-fp
A door is something that swings, like the valve of a door or gate. In the Bible, doors can represent entrance or access, as seen in Psalm 141:3 where David asks God to set a door on his lips.
Definition: door (fig.)
Usage: Occurs in 78 OT verses. KJV: door (two-leaved), gate, leaf, lid. (Psalm 141:3). See also: Genesis 19:6; 2 Chronicles 28:24; Psalms 78:23.
הָ/עַלִיָּ֛ה ʻălîyâh H5944 "upper room" Art | N-fs
This word refers to an upper room or a lofty place, like a stairway or a roof chamber. In 2 Kings 4:10, it describes a special room built for the prophet Elisha, showing hospitality to him. It can also symbolize a place of spiritual elevation.
Definition: roof-room, roof chamber
Usage: Occurs in 20 OT verses. KJV: ascent, (upper) chamber, going up, loft, parlour. See also: Judges 3:20; 2 Kings 23:12; Psalms 104:3.
בַּעֲד֖/וֹ bᵉʻad H1157 "about/through/for" Prep | Suff
This word means about, through, or for something, often used to describe location or action. It can be translated as 'about', 'at', 'by', or 'through', depending on the context in which it is used.
Definition: 1) behind, through, round about, on behalf of, away from, about 1a) through (of action) 1b) behind (with verbs of shutting) 1c) about (with verbs of fencing) 1d) on behalf of (metaph. especially with Hithpael)
Usage: Occurs in 81 OT verses. KJV: about, at by (means of), for, over, through, up (-on), within. See also: Genesis 7:16; 2 Chronicles 30:18; Psalms 3:4.
וְ/נָעָֽל nâʻal H5274 "to lock" Conj | V-Qal-Perf-3ms
In the original Hebrew, this verb means to put on shoes or sandals, as seen in Genesis 14:23. It involves fastening something up, like a sandal, and is used in various contexts, including Deuteronomy 29:5.
Definition: 1) to bar, lock, bolt 1a) (Qal) to bar, lock, bolt
Usage: Occurs in 7 OT verses. KJV: bolt, inclose, lock, shoe, shut up. See also: Judges 3:23; 2 Samuel 13:18; Ezekiel 16:10.

Study Notes — Judges 3:23

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Judges 3:23 Summary

[Judges 3:23 tells us that after Ehud killed Eglon, he locked the doors of the upper room behind him to escape without being detected. This shows us that Ehud was clever and trusted God to help him, just like David did when he fought Goliath, as seen in 1 Samuel 17:37. Ehud's actions also remind us that God is in control of all things, as stated in Proverbs 21:1, and that He can use anyone to accomplish His will.]

Frequently Asked Questions

Why did Ehud lock the doors of the upper room behind him?

Ehud locked the doors to prevent Eglon's servants from discovering their lord's dead body immediately, giving Ehud time to escape, as seen in Judges 3:23-25. This clever move allowed him to avoid detection and potential danger.

What can we learn from Ehud's actions in this verse?

We can learn about Ehud's intelligence and cunning, as well as his trust in God, who had given him the task of defeating Eglon, as stated in Judges 3:15. This trust is reminiscent of other biblical heroes, such as David in 1 Samuel 17:37.

How does this verse relate to the rest of the story in Judges 3?

This verse is a pivotal moment in the story, as it shows Ehud's escape and the beginning of the events that will lead to the Moabites' defeat, as prophesied in Judges 3:20-30. It also highlights the theme of God using unexpected heroes to accomplish His will, as seen in Judges 3:12-30 and elsewhere in the Bible, such as in Exodus 3:10.

What does this verse teach us about God's sovereignty?

This verse teaches us that God is in control of all events, even those that seem insignificant or unexpected, as stated in Proverbs 21:1 and Isaiah 46:10. Ehud's actions and the subsequent events in Judges 3 demonstrate God's sovereignty and His ability to use human actions to accomplish His purposes.

Reflection Questions

  1. What are some ways I can trust God in my own life, just as Ehud trusted Him in this situation?
  2. How can I use my own unique gifts and abilities to serve God, just as Ehud used his intelligence and cunning?
  3. What are some times in my life when I have seen God use unexpected events or people to accomplish His will, and what can I learn from those experiences?
  4. How can I apply the theme of God's sovereignty in my own life, trusting that He is in control of all events and using them for His glory?

Gill's Exposition on Judges 3:23

Then Ehud went forth through the porch,.... Which the Targum interprets by "exedra", a place, as Kimchi, where there were many seats, either for the people to sit in while waiting to have admittance

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Judges 3:23

Then Ehud went forth through the porch, and shut the doors of the parlour upon him, and locked them. Ehud went forth.

Matthew Poole's Commentary on Judges 3:23

Ehud went forth, with a composed countenance and gait, without any fear; being well assured that God, who by his extraordinary call had put him upon that enterprise, would by his special providence preserve him, and carry him through it. Upon him; either upon the king, or upon or after himself. Locked them; either by pulling it close after him, as we do when doors have spring-locks; or by taking the key with him for more caution; and this he did, that they supposing the king to be retired, might wait till he was gone.

Trapp's Commentary on Judges 3:23

Judges 3:23 Then Ehud went forth through the porch, and shut the doors of the parlour upon him, and locked them.Ver. 23. And Ehud went forth through the porch.] Or, Gallery, or guard chamber, with a composed countenance and good courage proceeding from a good conscience, so that the courtiers had no suspicion of him.

Ellicott's Commentary on Judges 3:23

(23) Then Ehud went forth through the porch.—Rather, into. The word rendered “porch”—misderônah—is derived from seder (“order”). The Chaldee represents it by a transliteration of the Greek word exedra, “a hall decorated with pillars.” Kimchi supposes it to mean an ante-chamber where people waited to see the king, standing in order; and this seems to be the view of the LXX. (in the Vatican Codex), who render it, “he went out through those set in order” (tous diatetagmenous). If this be the meaning, it can only refer to his walking boldly out through the attendants after he had fastened the doors. But the fact is that the ancient versions were as uncertain of the meaning as ourselves. The Syriac has, “through the xystos” or colonnade; the Arabic, “through the window.” Shut the doors of the parlour upon him—i.e., upon Eglon. Locked them.—The LXX. have “wedged them” (esphçnose). The lock was probably of a character similar to that used by all ancient nations, namely, wooden slides which entered into a hole in the doorpost, and were secured by catches cut into it. See Jahn, Archœol. Bibl. 2:6-37.

Cambridge Bible on Judges 3:23

23. into the porch] The rendering is a guess; the Hebr. word misdìron, perhaps = ‘a row’ of pillars, must denote the part of the building to which Ehud went out when he left the ‘upper chamber,’ but the precise meaning is unknown; ‘colonnade,’ ‘vestibule,’ have been suggested. upon him] i.e. Eglon; the doors are the two leaves of a double door, cf. Judges 16:3, 1 Kings 6:31 f. The form of the tense and locked them is incorrect; the words were probably added by a scribe to account for the locked doors in Judges 3:24-25 (Moore, Budde).

Whedon's Commentary on Judges 3:23

23. Locked them — The lock was, probably, a simple slide of wood or iron, which might have been fastened by one going out, by pulling a string, so as to throw it into a catch or socket; but which
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