1 Maccabees 10:26-28

Good News Translation

²⁶ We are delighted to learn that you have kept your obligations under our treaty, remained loyal to us, and have not gone over to the side of our enemies. ²⁷ Now if you continue to remain loyal to us, we will reward you well. ²⁸ We will grant you exemptions from many taxes and allow you other privileges.