9
All together they praised the merciful God, and their souls were strengthened. They prepared themselves to attack not only men but also the most fierce animals and even the iron walls.
7
The Maccabee was himself the first to take up arms, and he urged the others to run risks as he did and to come to the aid of their brothers. They dashed out at once, ready for action.
8
While they were still near Jerusalem, a horseman in white garments and wearing full body armor made of gold appeared to them and led them.
9
All together they praised the merciful God, and their souls were strengthened. They prepared themselves to attack not only men but also the most fierce animals and even the iron walls.
10
They proceeded in battle order, having a heavenly ally thanks to the Lord's mercy toward them.
11
Charging like lions against their enemies, they took down eleven thousand foot soldiers and sixteen hundred horses, and they put all the rest to flight.