1 a 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. 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. 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. 28As soon as dawn broke,* the armies joined battle, the one having as pledge of success and victory not only their valor but also their reliance on the Lord, and the other taking fury as their leader in the fight. 25At his approach, Maccabeus and his companions made supplication to God, sprinkling earth upon their heads and girding their loins in sackcloth. May God bless you! 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. 25 But when he drew near, they that were with Maccabeus turned themselves to pray unto God, and sprinkled earth upon their heads, and girded their loins with sackcloth. 23 And having good success with his weapons in all things he took in hand, he slew in the two holds more than twenty thousand. Sign up now for the latest news and deals from Bible Gateway! (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). 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. 14When Gorgias became governor of Idumea, he kept a force of mercenaries and attacked the Jews at every opportunity. Victory over Timothy. (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. get answers to your Bible questions from 50+ resources ($2,400+ value! He came on, intending to take Judea by storm. 2they destroyed the altars erected by the foreigners in the marketplace and the sacred shrines. 1 Maccabees, also known as the First Book of Maccabees, First Maccabees, and abbreviated as 1 Macc., is a deuterocanonical book which details the history of the Maccabean Revolt against the Seleucid Empire as well as the founding and earliest history of the independent Hasmonean kingdom.It describes the promulgation of decrees forbidding traditional Jewish practices by King Antiochus IV . Used by permission. 38On completing these exploits, they blessed, with hymns of grateful praise, the Lord who shows great kindness to Israel and grants them victory. Then, with fire struck from flint, they offered sacrifice for the first time in two years,[a] burned incense, and lighted lamps. The KJV does not get more original or authentic than this. 33The followers of the Maccabee eagerly attacked the area for four days. Almanac: the Calendar and Lectionary for Common Worship. You may unsubscribe from Bible Gateways emails at any time. (E) 33For four days Maccabeus and his forces eagerly besieged the fortress. 8By public decree and vote they prescribed that the whole Jewish nation should celebrate these days every year. (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. 3And with other similar words he exhorted them that the law should not depart from their hearts. They had defeated the Persians, who had allowed the Jews to worship in Judea. This force was large enough to continue the siege, 20but some of Simon's men were greedy, and when they were offered 140 pounds of silver, they let some of the enemy escape from the forts. Others broke open the gates and let in the rest of the force, and they occupied the city. 38On completing these exploits, they blessed, with hymns of grateful praise, the Lord who shows great kindness to Israel and grants them victory. Revised Standard Version (RSV). He came on, intending to take Judea by storm. Victory over the Idumeans. 6The Jews celebrated joyfully for eight days as on the feast of Booths, remembering how, a little while before, they had spent the feast of Booths living like wild animals in the mountains and in caves. 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. 2 Maccabees 10 NRSA 2 Maccabees 10 1 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. CHAPTER 2. Common English Bible (CEB). 13As a result, he was accused before Eupator by the Kings Friends. Why is And having cleansed the temple they made another altar, and striking stones they took fire out of them, and offered a sacrifice after two years, and set forth incense, and lights, and shewbread. They shot arrows and hurled thunderbolts at the enemy, who were bewildered and blinded, routed in utter confusion. Since he could not command the respect due to his high office, he ended his life by taking poison. 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. (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. 18When at least nine thousand took refuge in two very strong towers well equipped to withstand a siege, 19Maccabeus left Simon and Joseph, and also Zacchaeus and his troops, a force sufficient to besiege them, and he himself set off for places where he was more urgently needed. 22Then he killed these men who had turned traitor and immediately captured the two towers. 4 When that was done, they fell flat down, and besought the Lord that they might come no more into such troubles; but if they sinned any more against him, that he himself would chasten them with mercy, and that they might not be delivered unto the blasphemous and barbarous nations. 7Therefore they now, carried boughs, and green branches, and palms for Him that had given them good success in cleansing his place. 7Carrying rods entwined with leaves,* beautiful branches and palms, they sang hymns of grateful praise to him who had successfully brought about the purification of his own place. Accession of Antiochus V. 10Now we shall relate what happened under Antiochus Eupator, the son of that godless man, and shall give a summary of the chief evils caused by the wars. 25But as the enemy forces were approaching, Judas and his men prayed to God. 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. 24Timothy, who had previously been defeated by the Jews,* gathered a tremendous force of foreign troops and collected a large number of cavalry from Asia; then he appeared in Judea, ready to conquer it by force. (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. 29 But when the battle waxed strong, there appeared unto the enemies from heaven five comely men upon horses, with bridles of gold, and two of them led the Jews. 23He was successful in all things relating to war and killed more than twenty thousand men in the two towers. Try Bible Gateway Plus free today! 16Maccabeus and his companions, after public prayers asking God to be their ally, moved quickly against the strongholds of the Idumeans. 32Timothy, however, fled to a well-fortified stronghold called Gazara, where Chaereas was in command.e 33For four days Maccabeus and his forces eagerly besieged the fortress. The Greeks now controlled most of the land between Macedonia to the north, Egypt to the south, and India in the East. 38With these things accomplished, they praised the Lord with hymns and thanks for showing kindness to Israel and giving victory to them. 2 Maccabees 10:3. They drew near to their enemies and then halted. 31Twenty thousand five hundred were slaughtered, besides six hundred cavalry. Get a 14-day FREE trial, then less than $5/mo. 13As a result, he was accused before Eupator by the Kings Friends. (V) 33Then Maccabeus and his men were glad, and they besieged the fort for four days. The enemy forces then became so confused and bewildered that they broke ranks, and the Jews cut them to pieces, 31slaughtering 20,500 infantry and 600 cavalry. during his invasion of Cyprus. (K) 13As a result he was accused before Eupator by the kings Friends. 34Because the place was strongly fortified, those inside verbally insulted the enemy, uttering unlawful words. The one hundred and sixty-ninth year: i.e., of the Seleucid era, 143 B.C. 15Not only this, but the Idumeans themselves controlled certain strategic fortresses and were constantly harassing the Jews. 27 So after the prayer they took their weapons, and went on further from the city: and when they drew near to their enemies, they kept by themselves. * [10:24] Timothy, who had previously been defeated by the Jews: as recounted in 8:3033. 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. 17After mounting a vigorous attack, they gained control of all the sites and held off those fighting on the wall. 4After they had done these things, they bowed to the ground and pleaded with the Lord that they would not experience such misfortunes again, but if they should ever sin, they would be disciplined by him with fairness and not turned over to slanderous and barbaric nations. (A), 24Now Timothy, who had been defeated by the Jews before, gathered a tremendous force of mercenaries and collected the cavalry from Asia in no small number. 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. 24Now Timothy, who had been defeated by the Jews before, gathered a tremendous force of mercenaries and collected the cavalry from Asia in no small number. 3 And having cleansed the temple they made another altar, and striking stones they took fire out of . New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition (NRSVUE), New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition. 7 But 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. 28 Now the sun being newly risen, they joined both together; the one part having together with their virtue their refuge also unto the Lord for a pledge of their success and victory: the other side making their rage leader of their battle. Sprinkling their heads with dust, wrapping themselves with mourning clothes, 26and falling down opposite the foundation of the altar, they begged God to be gracious to them, to be hostile to those hostile to them, and to be an opponent of their opponents, just as the Law promises. 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. 38When it was over, the Jews celebrated by singing hymns and songs of thanksgiving to the Lord, who had shown them great kindness and had given them victory. 34 And they that were within, trusting to the strength of the place, blasphemed exceedingly, and uttered wicked words. 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 . 37Timothy had hidden in a cistern, but they killed[g] him, along with his brother Chaereas, and Apollophanes. 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. Deepen your knowledge of Christ's journey to the Cross. 28At daybreak the two armies joined in battle. 6The Jews celebrated joyfully for eight days as on the feast of Booths, remembering how, a little while before, they had spent the feast of Booths living like wild animals in the mountains and in caves. 2 They demolished the altars that the foreigners built near the marketplace, as well as the sacred precincts. 24Timothy, who had previously been defeated by the Jews,* gathered a tremendous force of foreign troops and collected a large number of cavalry from Asia; then he appeared in Judea, ready to conquer it by force. 30They surrounded Maccabeus, and shielding him with their own armor, kept him from being wounded. 23As he was successful at arms in all his undertakings, he destroyed more than twenty thousand in the two strongholds. 3After purifying the temple, they made another altar. 15In addition to him, the Idumeans who controlled some strategic fortresses harassed the Jews. 10We will now report about what occurred under Antiochus Eupator, that ungodly mans son, summarizing the distressful events of the dreadful wars. For less than $5/mo. 4:26-35). 28Just as dawn was breaking, the two armies joined battle, the one having as pledge of success and victory not only their valor but also their reliance on the Lord, while the other made rage their leader in the fight. They rushed against the Idumean fortresses. (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. 12 For Ptolemeus, that was called Macron, choosing rather to do justice unto the Jews for the wrong that had been done unto them, endeavoured to continue peace with them. 6Some of those who followed him came up to mark the way, but could not find it. 33For four days Maccabeus and his forces eagerly besieged the fortress. 27When they had finished praying, they took up their weapons, went out a good distance from Jerusalem, and stopped for the night not far from the enemy. 27After the prayer, they took up their weapons and advanced a considerable distance from the city, halting when they were close to the enemy. New International Version (NIV). 2 Maccabees 10:7 CEB So they held ivy wands, beautiful branches, and also palm leaves, and offered hymns to the one who had made the purification of his own temple possible. Sign up now for the latest news and deals from Bible Gateway! 19The story of Judas Maccabeus and his brothers, and the purification of the great temple, and the dedication of the altar, 20and further the wars against Antiochus Epiphanes and his son Eupator, 21and the appearances which came from heaven to those who strove zealously on behalf of Judaism, so that though few in number they seized the whole land and pursued the barbarian hordes, 22and recovered the temple famous throughout the world and freed the city and restored the laws that were about to be abolished, while the Lord with great kindness became gracious to them 23all this, which has been set forth by Jason of Cyrene in five volumes, we shall attempt to condense into a single book. reserved worldwide. Still others broke down the gates and let in the rest of the troops, who took possession of the city. 9 The days of Antiochus Epiphanes had come to an end. No part of this work may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, or by any information storage and retrieval system, without permission in writing from the copyright owner. Regarding the dates in 1 and 2 Maccabees, see note on 1 Mc 1:10. 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. 28At dawn, each side attacked. 31Twenty thousand five hundred of their foot soldiers and six hundred cavalry were slain. 1 In the records it will be found that Jeremiah the prophet ordered the deportees to take some of the fire with them as indicated, 2 and that the prophet, in giving them the law, directed the deportees not to forget the commandments of the Lord or be led astray in their thoughts, when seeing the gold and silver idols and their adornments. 34Those inside, relying on the strength of the place, kept repeating outrageous blasphemies and uttering abominable words. Then they struck flints to make fire and they offered up sacrifices after a lapse of two years, and they prepared incense, lamps, and the sacred loaves. 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. 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. (G) 8They decreed by public edict, ratified by vote, that the whole nation of the Jews should observe these days every year. 2 Maccabees - Chapter 10 Catholic Online Bible 2 Maccabees Chapter 10 1 Maccabaeus and his companions, under the Lord's guidance, restored the Temple and the city, 2 and pulled down the altars erected by the foreigners in the market place, as well as the shrines. 14 But when Gorgias was governor of the holds, he hired soldiers, and nourished war continually with the Jews: 15 And therewithall the Idumeans, having gotten into their hands the most commodious holds, kept the Jews occupied, and receiving those that were banished from Jerusalem, they went about to nourish war. If you have any questions, please review our Privacy Policy or email us at privacy@biblegateway.com. Want the Verse of the Day sent to your inbox? 14Gorgias, who became governor of the region, maintained a mercenary army and waged constant war against the Jews. Sign up now for the latest news and deals from Bible Gateway! For less than $5/mo. 29When the battle became fierce, there appeared to the enemy from heaven five resplendent men on horses with golden bridles, and they were leading the Jews. Good News Translation (GNT). 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. 32Timothy, however, fled to a well-fortified stronghold called Gazara, where Chaereas was in command. All rights 22So he put them to death as traitors, and without delay captured the two towers. Scripture texts, prefaces, introductions, footnotes and cross references used in this work are taken from the. 9The days of Antiochus Epiphanes had come to an end. 10Judas Maccabeus and his followers, under the leadership of the Lord, recaptured the Temple and the city of Jerusalem. 17They beat back those who were defending the walls and captured the fortresses, killing everyone they found, a total of about 20,000 people. 37Timothy had hidden in a cistern, but they killed him, as well as his brother Chaereas and Apollophanes. 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. * Our prayer was heard: in the victory of the Maccabees. However, to secure the gratitude of many we will gladly endure the uncomfortable toil, 28leaving the responsibility for exact details to the compiler, while devoting our effort to arriving at the outlines of the condensation. Purification of the Temple. Gazara, v. 32 (Gezer), was not captured by the Jews until much later (cf. 37Timothy had hidden in a cistern, but they killed* him, along with his brother Chaereas, and Apollophanes. 2 One finds in the records that Jeremiah the prophet ordered those who were being deported to take some of the fire, as has been told, 2 and 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 BEST VALUE in digital Bible study. 3 They cleansed the temple and made another altar. 9And so the matters concerning Antiochus called Epiphanes came to an end. Courtesy of Open Bible. 36At the same time, others climbed the walls on the other side of the fort and set the towers on fire. But the altars which the heathen had built in the open street, and also the chapels, they pulled down. get answers to your Bible questions from 50+ resources ($2,400+ value! ), RSV Didache Bible with Commentaries Based on the RC Cathechism, RSV Catholic Bible, Edition 2, Bonded Leather, Burgundy, RSV New Oxford Annotated Bible with the Apocrypha, Expanded Edition, hardcover, RSV Ignatius Catholic Study Bible New Testament 2nd Edition, Leatherbound. Bible Summary (2 Maccabees) Written by Ken Searle in Bible Books Outline: Click Here By 323 B.C, the Greeks were the predominant world power. 3 After purifying the temple, they made another altar. 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) 5And Jeremiah came and found a cave, and he brought there the tent and the ark and the altar of incense, and he sealed up the entrance. 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. Therefore they now, carried boughs, and green branches, and palms for Him that had given them good success in cleansing his place. 10Now Maccabeus and his followers, the Lord leading them on, recovered the temple and the city;(A) 2they tore down the altars that had been built in the public square by the foreigners and also destroyed the sacred precincts. 22So he put them to death as traitors, and without delay captured the two towers. All rights reserved. 17Attacking vigorously, they gained control of the places, drove back all who were fighting on the walls, and cut down those who opposed them, killing no fewer than twenty thousand. 26Lying prostrate at the foot of the altar, they begged him to be gracious to them, and to be an enemy to their enemies, and a foe to their foes, as the law declares.c 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. 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. 33 But they that were with Maccabeus laid siege against the fortress courageously four days. More Victories by Judas. ), New Revised Standard Version, Anglicised Catholic Edition, New Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition, New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition, Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition. They also set out the showbread. 4:52; 1:54-59). They slaughtered all those they encountered, killing at least twenty thousand. Purification of the Temple. The first expedition of Lysias. < Go Back Bible Commentaries. Still others broke down the gates and let in the rest of the troops, who took possession of the city. Sign up now for the latest news and deals from Bible Gateway! 2 Maccabees 10:8 Context. 2 Maccabees Chapter 10 (Original 1611 KJV Bible) >> This is the text and a scan of the actual, original, first printing of the 1611 King James Version, the 'HE' Bible, for 2 Maccabees Chapter 10. Copyright 2019-2023 USCCB, please review our Privacy Policy. 3 They purified the Temple and built a new altar. 10 And as when Moses prayed unto the Lord, the fire came down from heaven, and consumed the sacrifices: even so prayed Solomon also, and the fire came down from heaven, and consumed the burnt offerings. 7When Jeremiah learned of it, he rebuked them and declared: The place shall be unknown until God gathers his people together again and shows his mercy. 16The Maccabee and his followers were praying and calling on God to help them. 2 Maccabees 10 1 Judas Maccabeus and his followers, under the leadership of the Lord, recaptured the Temple and the city of Jerusalem. 10 Now will we declare the acts of Antiochus Eupator, who was the son of this wicked man, gathering briefly the calamities of the wars. But 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. 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