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2 Maccabees 13:14-16
Common English Bible
2 Maccabees 13:14-16
Common English Bible
14 He left the decision to the creator of the universe and called on his men to fight to the death for the laws, temple, city, country, and citizenship. He made the region of Modein his headquarters 15 and gave his men the watchword “God’s Victory.” He chose the best of the young men, and attacked the king’s quarters in the enemy camp at night. They killed nearly two thousand men as well as the lead elephant, stabbing its rider. 16 After they filled the camp with fear and panic, they departed in good spirits.
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