14 He said, “I will make myself a name and get myself glory in the kingdom. I will fight against Judas and those who are with him, who despise the king’s command. (WEB) 15 A mighty army of the ungodly went up with him to help him, to take vengeance on the children of Israel. (WEB) 16 He came near to the ascent of Bethhoron, and Judas went out to meet him with a small company. (WEB)
1 Maccabees 3:14–16
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