21When the Maccabee found out what happened, he gathered the leaders of the people and accused them of selling their brothers for silver by setting free the enemy. A third force broke down the gates and let in the rest of Judas' men to capture the city. 26For us who have undertaken the toil of abbreviating, it is no light matter but calls for sweat and loss of sleep, 27just as it is not easy for one who prepares a banquet and seeks the benefit of others. * [10:24] Timothy, who had previously been defeated by the Jews: as recounted in 8:3033. 6And they kept eight days with joy, after the manner of the feast of the tabernacles, remembering that not long before they had kept the feast of the tabernacles when they were in the mountains, and in dens like wild beasts. If you have any questions, please review our Privacy Policy or email us at privacy@biblegateway.com. (O) 20But those with Simon, who were money-hungry, were bribed by some of those who were in the towers and on receiving seventy thousand drachmas let some of them slip away. * Our prayer was heard: in the victory of the Maccabees. 22So he put them to death as traitors, and without delay captured the two towers. ). 16Maccabeus and his companions, after public prayers asking God to be their ally, moved quickly against the strongholds of the Idumeans. 29For as the master builder of a new house must be concerned with the whole construction, while the one who undertakes its painting and decoration has to consider only what is suitable for its adornment, such in my judgment is the case with us. 5 Now upon the same day that the strangers profaned the temple, on the very same day it was cleansed again, even the five and twentieth day of the same month, which is Casleu. 4When they had done this, they prostrated themselves and begged the Lord that they might never again fall into such misfortunes, and that if they should sin at any time, he might chastise them with moderation and not hand them over to blasphemous and barbarous Gentiles. 9And so the matters concerning Antiochus called Epiphanes came to an end. You may unsubscribe from Bible Gateways emails at any time. Sign up now for the latest news and deals from Bible Gateway! 10(B)Now we will tell about Antiochus Eupator, the son of this godless man, and give a summary of the evil effects of his wars. Therefore, carrying ivy-wreathed wands and beautiful branches and also fronds of palm, they offered hymns of thanksgiving to him who had given success to the purifying of his own holy place. 22So he put them to death as traitors, and without delay captured the two towers. 21When Maccabeus was told what had happened, he assembled the rulers of the people and accused those men of having sold their kindred for money by setting their enemies free to fight against them. ), New Revised Standard Version, Anglicised Catholic Edition, New Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition, New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition, Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition. 24Timothy, who was defeated by the Jews earlier, assembled a large number of foreign troops and brought many horses from Asia. 2 Maccabees 10:7-17. Still others broke down the gates and let in the rest of the troops, who took possession of the city. 2One finds in the records that Jeremiah the prophet ordered those who were being deported to take some of the fire, as has been told, 2and that the prophet after giving them the law instructed those who were being deported not to forget the commandments of the Lord, nor to be led astray in their thoughts upon seeing the gold and silver statues and their adornment. 3 After purifying the temple, they made another altar. 29When the fighting was at its worst, the enemy saw five handsome men riding on horses with gold bridles and leading the Jewish forces. By submitting your email address, you understand that you will receive email communications from Bible Gateway, a division of The Zondervan Corporation, 3900 Sparks Drive SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546 USA, including commercial communications and messages from partners of Bible Gateway. 5On the anniversary of the day on which the temple had been profaned by the foreigners, that is, the twenty-fifth of the same month Kislev, the purification of the temple took place. 4:52; 1:54-59). On the troubles caused by Jason and his revolt against the kingdom, i.e., the rule of the legitimate high priest, see 2 Mc 4:7-22. For less than $5/mo. (B) 3They purified the sanctuary and made another altar of sacrifice; then, striking fire out of flint, they offered sacrifices, after a lapse of two years, and they offered incense and lighted lamps and set out the bread of the Presence. View 2 Maccabees Chapter 10 as text-only. They also set out the showbread. 30Two of them took the Maccabee between them, completely protecting him against harm with their own armor, and they shot arrows and thunderbolts into the ranks of their opponents. Get the BEST VALUE in digital Bible study as you prepare for Easter. [d] 14(B)When Gorgias became governor of the region, he employed foreign troops and used every opportunity to attack the Jews. They also set out the showbread. 34Those inside, relying on the strength of the place, kept repeating outrageous blasphemies and uttering abominable words. 18When at least nine thousand took refuge in two very strong towers, well equipped to sustain a siege, Since he could not command the respect due to his high office, he ended his life by taking poison. The Temple Is Cleansed. 17After mounting a vigorous attack, they gained control of all the sites and held off those fighting on the wall. 22 So he slew those that were found traitors, and immediately took the two castles. 20But some of those in Simons force who were lovers of money let themselves be bribed by some of those in the towers; on receiving seventy thousand drachmas, they allowed a number of them to escape. 9Such then was the end of Antiochus, who was called Epiphanes. 1 Now Maccabeus and his company, the Lord guiding them, recovered the temple and the city: 2 But the altars which the heathen had built in the open street, and also the chapels, they pulled down. Prepare for Easter with Bible Gateway Plus. Then, with fire struck from flint, they . 2 They tore down the altars which foreigners had set up in the marketplace and destroyed the other places of worship that had been built. Sign up now for the latest news and deals from Bible Gateway! 33For four days Maccabeus and his forces eagerly besieged the fortress. BEST VALUE in digital Bible study. Victory over Timothy. 2 Maccabees 1:10 "In the hundred fourscore and eighth year, the people that were at Jerusalem and in Judea, and the council, and Judas, sent greeting and health unto Aristobulus, king Ptolemeus' master, who was of the stock of the anointed priests, and to the Jews that were in Egypt:" King James Version (KJV) They showered arrows and thunderbolts on the enemy so that, confused and blinded, they were thrown into disorder and cut to pieces. Sign up now for the latest news and deals from Bible Gateway! In Longman's chapter on Daniel, he mentions the importance of faith and trust in God, which is also a common theme in both works. Therefore, carrying ivy-wreathed wands and beautiful branches and also palm fronds, they offered hymns of thanksgiving to him who had given success to the purifying of his own holy place. 21 But when it was told Maccabeus what was done, he called the governors of the people together, and accused those men, that they had sold their brethren for money, and set their enemies free to fight against them. 16The Maccabee and his followers were praying and calling on God to help them. (T) 27And rising from their prayer they took up their arms and advanced a considerable distance from the city, and when they came near the enemy they halted. The defeated nomads begged Judas to give pledges . 36During the distraction, others came up in the same way, wheeled around against the defenders, and set fire to the towers; they kindled fires and burned the blasphemers alive. (F) 7Therefore, carrying ivy-wreathed wands and beautiful branches and also palm fronds, they offered hymns of thanksgiving to him who had given success to the purifying of his own holy place. get answers to your Bible questions from 50+ resources ($2,400+ value! 3 And having cleansed the temple they made another altar, and striking stones they took fire out of . 2 Maccabees 10. The Almanac for 2022-23 is now available. 31Twenty thousand five hundred of their foot soldiers and six hundred cavalry were slain. 5On the anniversary of the day on which the temple had been profaned by the foreigners, that is, the twenty-fifth of the same month Kislev, the purification of the temple took place. (1 Maccabees 4.36-41) 1 Now Maccabeus and his company, the Lord guiding them, recovered the temple and the city: 2 but the altars which the heathen had built in the open street, and also the chapels, they pulled down. 35As the fifth day began, twenty of the young men among the Maccabees followers burned with anger because of the verbal insults, and they bravely attacked the wall. 4When they had done this, they prostrated themselves and begged the Lord that they might never again fall into such misfortunes, and that if they should sin at any time, he might chastise them with moderation and not hand them over to blasphemous and barbarous Gentiles. 9The days of Antiochus Epiphanes had come to an end. 2 Maccabees 10:3. Will you therefore please keep the days? Therefore, the account of the repossession and rededication of Jerusalem and the temple must have come earlier in 2 Maccabees. By submitting your email address, you understand that you will receive email communications from Bible Gateway, a division of The Zondervan Corporation, 3900 Sparks Drive SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546 USA, including commercial communications and messages from partners of Bible Gateway. The first expedition of Lysias. 22Then he executed the traitors and immediately captured the two forts. By submitting your email address, you understand that you will receive email communications from Bible Gateway, a division of The Zondervan Corporation, 3900 Sparks Drive SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546 USA, including commercial communications and messages from partners of Bible Gateway. 1 When Maccabeus and his companions, under the Lord's leadership, had recovered the temple and the city, 2 they destroyed the altars erected by the foreigners in the marketplace and the sacred shrines. 28At daybreak the two armies joined in battle. 2 Maccabees 10:1-2 (NRSV) Now Maccabeus and his followers, the Lord leading them on, recovered the temple and the city; 2 they tore down the altars that had been built in the public square by the foreigners, and also destroyed the sacred precincts. They gave safe harbor to those who were driven from Jerusalem and tried to keep the war going. But the altars which the heathen had built in the open street, and also the chapels, they pulled down. 23Having success at arms in everything he undertook, he destroyed more than twenty thousand in the two strongholds. 38 When this was done, they praised the Lord with psalms and thanksgiving, who had done so great things for Israel, and given them the victory. 10 Now Maccabeus and his followers, the Lord leading them on, recovered the temple and the city; 2 they tore down the altars that had been built in the public square by the foreigners and also destroyed the sacred precincts. 14When Gorgias became governor of the region, he maintained a force of mercenaries and at every turn kept attacking the Jews. They slaughtered all those they encountered, killing at least twenty thousand. 29d In the midst of the fierce battle, there appeared to the enemy five majestic men from the heavens riding on golden-bridled horses, leading the Jews. If you have any questions, please review our Privacy Policy or email us at privacy@biblegateway.com. Copyright 2021 National Council of Churches of Christ in the United States of America. * [10:1423] Probably the same campaign of Judas against the Idumeans that is mentioned in 1Mc 5:13. 5On the anniversary of the temples defilement by foreigners, on that very day, the sanctuary was purified, on the twenty-fifth of the month, which is Kislev. GNT Pew Bible Catholic, Paper Over Board, Burgundy, Good News Translation Men's Bible a Devotional Bible for Men, GNT Large Print Bible, 2nd Edition, Blue, Paperback. 25At his approach, Maccabeus and his companions made supplication to God, sprinkling earth upon their heads and girding their loins in sackcloth. Good News Translation (Todays English Version, Second Edition) Try Bible Gateway Plus free today! If you have any questions, please review our Privacy Policy or email us at privacy@biblegateway.com. Victory over the Idumeans. In Daniel 9:4-19, Daniel pleads with God for mercy and forgiveness, and in 2 Maccabees 7:37-38, the Jews offer up prayers and supplication to God for mercy. Start FREE. 31 And there were slain of footmen twenty thousand and five hundred, and six hundred horsemen. 3 They purified the sanctuary and made another altar of sacrifice; then, striking fire out of flint, they offered (D) 5It happened that on the same day on which the sanctuary had been profaned by the foreigners, the purification of the sanctuary took place, that is, on the twenty-fifth day of the same month, which was Chislev. 37Timothy had hidden in a cistern, but they killed him, as well as his brother Chaereas and Apollophanes. 24Timothy, who had been defeated by the Jews once before, had gathered a large number of cavalry from Asia and a tremendous force of mercenary troops and was now advancing to take Judea by armed attack. 10We will now report about what occurred under Antiochus Eupator, that ungodly mans son, summarizing the distressful events of the dreadful wars. (H), 10Now we will tell what took place under Antiochus Eupator, who was the son of that ungodly man, and will give a brief summary of the principal calamities of the wars. 30They surrounded Maccabeus, and shielding him with their own armor, kept him from being wounded. * [10:12] Ptolemy, called Macron: son of Dorymenes (4:45); he supported Antiochus IV in 168 B.C. 34Those inside, relying on the strength of the place, kept repeating outrageous blasphemies and uttering abominable words. No longer able to maintain the respect that his office demanded, he committed suicide by taking poison. 10 Now Maccabeus and his followers, the Lord leading them on, recovered the temple and the city; 2 they tore down the altars that had been built in the public square by the foreigners, and also destroyed the sacred precincts. 6 And they kept the eight days with gladness, as in the feast of the tabernacles, remembering that not long afore they had held the feast of the tabernacles, when as they wandered in the . 17It is God who has saved all his people, and has returned the inheritance to all, and the kingship and priesthood and consecration, 18as he promised through the law. 3 After purifying the temple, they made another altar. (K) 13As a result he was accused before Eupator by the kings Friends. 7But now, carrying green palm branches and sticks decorated with ivy, they paraded around, singing grateful praises to him who had brought about the purification of his own Temple. Follow Christ's journey to the Cross. get to know the Bible better! 11When this man received the kingdom, he appointed a certain Lysias as supreme governor of Coele-Syria and Phoenicia. New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition. 3After purifying the temple, they made another altar. 3They purified the Temple and built a new altar. 35At dawn on the fifth day, twenty of Judas' men, burning with anger at these insults, bravely climbed the wall and with savage fury chopped down everyone they met. 37 And killed Timotheus, that was hid in a certain pit, and Chereas his brother, with Apollophanes. 15In addition to him, the Idumeans who controlled some strategic fortresses harassed the Jews. 12 So Solomon kept those eight days. reserved worldwide. 32Timothy, however, fled to a well-fortified stronghold called Gazara, where Chaereas was in command. during his invasion of Cyprus. For we have hope in God that he will soon have mercy upon us and will gather us from everywhere under heaven into his holy place, for he has rescued us from great evils and has purified the place. 10. Douay-Rheims Bible, Genuine Leather, Burgundy, The Holy Bible: Douay-Rheims Version, Paperbound, Douay-Rheims Pocket-Size Bible, Genuine Leather, White, Douay-Rheims Bible, Genuine Leather, Black. get answers to your Bible questions from 50+ resources ($2,400+ value! get answers to your Bible questions from 50+ resources ($2,400+ value! New International Version (NIV). (X) 38When they had accomplished these things, with hymns and thanksgivings they blessed the Lord, who shows great kindness to Israel and gives them the victory.(Y). * 14b When Gorgias became governor of the region, he employed foreign troops and used every opportunity to attack the Jews. 2 Maccabees 10:8 Context. 13As a result, he was accused before Eupator by the Kings Friends. 17Attacking them vigorously, they gained possession of the places and drove back all who fought upon the wall and slaughtered those whom they encountered, killing no fewer than twenty thousand. Used by permission. (E) 33For four days Maccabeus and his forces eagerly besieged the fortress. 14In the same way Judas also collected all the books that had been lost on account of the war which had come upon us, and they are in our possession. 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