19 and on a strong fortress of the Jews at Bethsura. He advanced, was turned back, failed, and was defeated. (WEB) 20 Judas sent the things that were necessary to those who were within. (WEB) 21 But Rhodocus, from the Jewish ranks, made secrets known to the enemy. He was sought out, arrested, and shut up in prison. (WEB)
2 Maccabees 13:19–21
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1 Maccabees 4:15–17
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2 Maccabees 14:30–32
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1 Maccabees 16:19–21
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1 Maccabees 6:18–20
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1 Maccabees 9:67–69
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