23 But when Jonathan heard this, he gave orders to continue the siege. He chose some of the elders of Israel and of the priests, and put himself in peril (WEB) 24 by taking silver, gold, clothing, and various other presents, and went to Ptolemais to the king. Then he found favor in his sight. (WEB) 25 Some lawless men of those who were of the nation made complaints against him, (WEB)
1 Maccabees 11:23–25
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