16 When the leader had given orders, he immediately set out from there and joined battle with them at a village called Lessau. (WEB) 17 But Simon, the brother of Judas, had encountered Nicanor, yet not till late, having been delayed by reason of the sudden consternation caused by his adversaries. (WEB) 18 Nevertheless Nicanor, hearing of the valor of those who were with Judas, and their courage in fighting for their country, shrank from bringing the matter to the decision of the sword. (WEB)
2 Maccabees 14:16–18
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2 Maccabees 8:11–13
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1 Maccabees 7:30–32
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2 Maccabees 15:25–27
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2 Maccabees 13:12–14
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1 Maccabees 7:43–45
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