14When Gorgias became governor of the region, he maintained a force of mercenaries and at every turn kept attacking the Jews. 8 Everyone agreed that the entire Jewish nation should celebrate this festival each year. Then, with fire struck from flint, they offered sacrifice for the first time in two years,* burned incense . The first expedition of Lysias took place before the death of Antiochus Epiphanes (1 Macc. 1Mc 9:5052; 13:53). See 1Mc 5:8 for the capture of Jazer. 11And Moses said, They were consumed because the sin offering had not been eaten. 12Likewise Solomon also kept the eight days. 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. 33The followers of the Maccabee eagerly attacked the area for four days. Since he could not command the respect due to his high office, he ended his life by taking poison. Victory over the Idumeans. (V) 33Then Maccabeus and his men were glad, and they besieged the fort for four days. 32Timothy, however, fled to a well-fortified stronghold called Gazara, where Chaereas was in command.e For less than $5/mo. 24 Now 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. 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. 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. A drachme is equivalent in value to a typical days wage. 21When Judas heard what had happened, he called together the leaders of his troops and accused those men of selling their brothers by setting their enemies free to fight against them. get answers to your Bible questions from 50+ resources ($2,400+ value! Therefore, the account of the repossession and rededication of Jerusalem and the temple must have come earlier in 2 Maccabees. (J) 12Ptolemy, who was called Macron, took the lead in showing justice to the Jews because of the wrong that had been done to them and attempted to maintain peaceful relations with them. You may unsubscribe from Bible Gateways emails at any time. 2 They demolished the altars that the foreigners built near the marketplace, as well as the sacred precincts. Gazara, v. 32 (Gezer), was not captured by the Jews until much later (cf. ), Lev 23.40; Neh 8.15; 1 Macc 13.51; 2 Macc 14.4, 1 Macc 1.10; 6.17; 2 Macc 2.20; 4.21; 9.29. 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. 36At the same time, others climbed the walls on the other side of the fort and set the towers on fire. The first expedition of Lysias. 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. Revised Standard Version (RSV). Reading of the tenth chapter of 2 Maccabees from the Books of the Apocrypha KiVii app. Copyright 2021 National Council of Churches of Christ in the United States of America. 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. 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. For less than $5/mo. 19 Maccabeus left Simon and Joseph, and Zaccheus also, and them that were with him, who were enough to besiege them, and departed himself unto those places which more needed his help. GNT Pew Bible Catholic, Paper Over Board, Burgundy, Good News Translation Men's Bible a Devotional Bible for Men, GNT Large Print Bible, 2nd Edition, Blue, Paperback. 12Ptolemy, called Macron,* had taken the lead in treating the Jews fairly because of the previous injustice that had been done them, and he endeavored to have peaceful relations with them. ), New Revised Standard Version, Anglicised Catholic Edition, New Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition, New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition, Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition. 7But 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. 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. Why is 38On completing these exploits, they blessed, with hymns of grateful praise, the Lord who shows great kindness to Israel and grants them victory. 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. You may unsubscribe from Bible Gateways emails at any time. 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. 10. 13As a result, he was accused before Eupator by the Kings Friends. 9It was also made clear that being possessed of wisdom Solomon[a] offered sacrifice for the dedication and completion of the temple. Sign up now for the latest news and deals from Bible Gateway! (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. You may unsubscribe from Bible Gateways emails at any time. 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. 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. 16Maccabeus and his companions, after public prayers asking God to be their ally, moved quickly against the strongholds of the Idumeans. * Our prayer was heard: in the victory of the Maccabees. The defeated nomads begged Judas to give pledges . For less than $5/mo. Victory over Timothy. 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. 10 a When the Jews had gone about a mile from there * in the march against Timothy, they were attacked by Arabians numbering at least five thousand foot soldiers and five hundred cavalry. 15So if you have need of them, send people to get them for you. get answers to your Bible questions from 50+ resources ($2,400+ value!). Copyright 2021 National Council of Churches of Christ in the United States of America. In fact, on all sides he heard himself called a traitor for having abandoned Cyprus, which Philometor had entrusted to him, and for having gone over to Antiochus Epiphanes. 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. New International Version (NIV). Will you therefore please keep the days? 18About 9,000 of the enemy, however, managed to take refuge in two easily defended forts, with everything they needed to withstand a siege. 2 Maccabees 10. 10 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. 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. You may unsubscribe from Bible Gateways emails at any time. The one hundred and sixty-ninth year: i.e., of the Seleucid era, 143 B.C. 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. 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. 17After mounting a vigorous attack, they gained control of all the sites and held off those fighting on the wall. Deepen your knowledge of Christ's journey to the Cross. 10(B)Now we will tell about Antiochus Eupator, the son of this godless man, and give a summary of the evil effects of his wars. 33Judas and his men besieged the fort for four days with great enthusiasm, 34but those inside trusted to the security of their positions and shouted all sorts of terrible insults against the Jews and their God. Therefore bearing 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. And so, carrying wands entwined with ivy, and leafy branches and palm fronds, they offered hymns of thanksgiving to him whose guiding hand had enabled them to achieve the purification of his holy place. Courtesy of Open Bible. 1a When Maccabeus and his companions, under the Lords leadership, had recovered the temple and the city, They rushed against the Idumean fortresses. The Temple Is Cleansed. Unable to command the respect due his office,[c] he took poison and ended his life.(L). If you have any questions, please review our Privacy Policy or email us at privacy@biblegateway.com. Start FREE. 2 Maccabees 10:4 8And then the Lord will disclose these things, and the glory of the Lord and the cloud will appear, as they were shown in the case of Moses, and as Solomon asked that the place should be specially consecrated.. 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. Please double check that the chapter and verse are correct and that the book name is spelled correctly. 30Two of them took the Maccabee between them, completely protecting him against harm with their own armor, and they shot arrows and thunderbolts into the ranks of their opponents. 2 Maccabees 7:5 MEANING. A third force broke down the gates and let in the rest of Judas' men to capture the city. He came on, intending to take Judea by storm. 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. 2 Maccabees 10:15 describes the Idumeans' taking in those who were banished from Jerusalem, which suggests that the Jews occupied the city by this point. 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. 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. 2They tore down the altars which foreigners had set up in the marketplace and destroyed the other places of worship that had been built. 9Such was the end of Antiochus surnamed Epiphanes. Carrying 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. No longer able to maintain the respect that his office demanded, he committed suicide by taking poison. 29When the fighting was at its worst, the enemy saw five handsome men riding on horses with gold bridles and leading the Jewish forces. 34Those inside, relying on the strength of the place, kept repeating outrageous blasphemies and uttering abominable words. 2 Maccabees shown with the King James Bible? * [10:24] Timothy, who had previously been defeated by the Jews: as recounted in 8:3033. For more information about GNT, visit www.bibles.com and www.gnt.bible. Follow Christ's journey to the Cross. Victory over the Idumeans. 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. 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. New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition. 8By public decree and vote they prescribed that the whole Jewish nation should celebrate these days every year. 35When the fifth day dawned, twenty young men in the army of Maccabeus, angered over such blasphemies, bravely stormed the wall and with savage fury cut down everyone they encountered. They also set out the showbread. Purification of the Temple. 14In the same way Judas also collected all the books that had been lost on account of the war which had come upon us, and they are in our possession. Public Domain (Why are modern Bible translations copyrighted?). 23He was successful in all things relating to war and killed more than twenty thousand men in the two towers. 15Not only this, but the Idumeans themselves controlled certain strategic fortresses and were constantly harassing the Jews. (N) 16But Maccabeus and his forces, after making solemn supplication and imploring God to fight on their side, rushed to the strongholds of the Idumeans. 4After they had done all this, they lay face down on the ground and prayed that the Lord would never again let such disasters strike them. 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. 35When the fifth day dawned, twenty young men in the army of Maccabeus, angered over such blasphemies, bravely stormed the wall and with savage fury cut down everyone they encountered. 2 Maccabees 10 New American Bible (Revised Edition) Chapter 10 Purification of the Temple. Macron had established peaceful relations with them in an attempt to make up for the wrongs they had suffered. They slaughtered all those they encountered, killing at least twenty thousand. 36Similarly, others climbed up and swung around on the defenders; they put the towers to the torch, spread the fire and burned the blasphemers alive. Because Ptolemy no longer commanded the respect of his high office,[d] he poisoned himself and died. 11 And Moses said, Because the sin offering was not to be eaten, it was consumed. Still others broke down the gates and let in the rest of the troops, who took possession of the city. New American Bible (Revised Edition) (NABRE). 16Since, therefore, we are about to celebrate the purification, we write to you. DRA Therefore they now, carried boughs, and green branches, and palms for Him that had given them good success in cleansing his place. 2 Maccabees 10:6-8 Douay-Rheims 1899 American Edition 6 And 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. 21When the Maccabee found out what happened, he gathered the leaders of the people and accused them of selling their brothers for silver by setting free the enemy. 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. Victory over Timothy. 1992 American Bible Society. 37Timothy had hidden in a cistern, but they killed* him, along with his brother Chaereas, and Apollophanes. 7Carrying rods entwined with leaves,[b] beautiful branches and palms, they sang hymns of grateful praise to him who had successfully brought about the purification of his own place. They put on sackcloth, threw dirt on their heads, 26and lay face downward on the steps of the altar, begging God to help them by fighting against their enemies, as he had promised in his Law. (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. 30They surrounded Maccabeus, and shielding him with their own armor, kept him from being wounded. They drew near to their enemies and then halted. Start FREE. (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. 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. 15At the same time the Idumeans, who held some strategic strongholds, were harassing the Jews; they welcomed fugitives from Jerusalem and endeavored to continue the war. 20Some men in the towers bribed greedy people around Simon. 22He executed the traitors and then quickly took the two towers. 2 Maccabees 10 1 Judas Maccabeus and his followers, under the leadership of the Lord, recaptured the Temple and the city of Jerusalem. get answers to your Bible questions from 50+ resources ($2,400+ value! Get the BEST VALUE in digital Bible study as you prepare for Easter. Get a 14-day FREE trial, then less than $5/mo. 19Judas had to go on to some other places in the country, where he was more urgently needed, but he left behind Simon and Joseph, together with Zacchaeus and his men. 11When Eupator succeeded to the kingdom, he put a certain Lysias in charge of the government as commander-in-chief of Coelesyria and Phoenicia. 21 But when it was told Maccabeus what was done, he called the governors of the people together, and accused those men, that they had sold their brethren for money, and set their enemies free to fight against them. Copyright 2011 by Common English Bible. Then, with fire struck from flint, they . 23As he was successful at arms in all his undertakings, he destroyed more than twenty thousand in the two strongholds. If you have any questions, please review our Privacy Policy or email us at privacy@biblegateway.com. Follow Christ's journey to the Cross. * [10:28] As soon as dawn broke: the same battle at dawn as in 1Mc 5:3034. 10Judas Maccabeus and his followers, under the leadership of the Lord, recaptured the Temple and the city of Jerusalem. (E) 33For four days Maccabeus and his forces eagerly besieged the fortress. (W) 37They killed Timothy, who was hiding in a cistern, and his brother Chaereas, and Apollophanes. 10The Maccabee and his companions, with the Lord leading them, recovered the temple and the city. All rights reserved. 28As soon as dawn broke,[f] 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. Select from the tabs above to view it online or to download or link it to your calendar on phone, tablet or computer. Get the BEST VALUE in digital Bible study as you prepare for Easter. 37Timothy had hidden in a cistern, but they killed[g] him, along with his brother Chaereas, and Apollophanes. (F) 7Therefore, carrying ivy-wreathed wands and beautiful branches and also palm fronds, they offered hymns of thanksgiving to him who had given success to the purifying of his own holy place. 18When at least nine thousand took refuge in two very strong towers, well equipped to sustain a siege, 19Maccabeus left Simon and Joseph, along with Zacchaeus and his forces, in sufficient numbers to besiege them, while he himself went off to places where he was more urgently needed. 10 Judas Maccabeus and his followers, under the leadership of the Lord, recaptured the Temple and the city of Jerusalem. You may unsubscribe from Bible Gateways emails at any time. 15At the same time the Idumeans, who held some strategic strongholds, were harassing the Jews; they welcomed fugitives from Jerusalem and endeavored to continue the war. These people in turn, after receiving seventy thousand drachmen,[e] allowed some of the enemy to slip away. The Almanac for 2022-23 is now available. 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. 38On completing these exploits, they blessed, with hymns of grateful praise, the Lord who shows great kindness to Israel and grants them victory. 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. 38With these things accomplished, they praised the Lord with hymns and thanks for showing kindness to Israel and giving victory to them. Douay-Rheims 1899 American Edition (DRA). (C) 27After the prayer, they took up their weapons and advanced a considerable distance from the city, halting when they were close to the enemy. (S) 26Falling upon the steps before the altar, they implored him to be gracious to them and to be an enemy to their enemies and an adversary to their adversaries, as the law declares. 32But Timothy himself fled into a fortress called Gazara, a secured area commanded by Chaereas. 2 Maccabees 10. 36Similarly, others climbed up and swung around on the defenders; they put the towers to the torch, spread the fire and burned the blasphemers alive. 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