2 Maccabees 11:8-10

New Catholic Bible

⁸ And while they were still near Jerusalem, a horseman suddenly appeared at their head, clothed in white and brandishing weapons of gold. ⁹ Together they united in praising their merciful God, and they were so filled with a spirit of courage that they were ready to attack not only men, but even the most savage beasts and walls of iron. ¹⁰ They advanced in battle order with the aid of their heavenly ally, for the Lord had shown mercy toward them.