1 Maccabees 12:21

21 We have found a document about the Spartans and the Jews indicating that we are related and that both of our nations are descended from Abraham.

1 Maccabees 12:21 In-Context

19 "The following is a copy of the earlier letter:

20 " "King Arius of Sparta to Onias the High Priest, greetings.

21 We have found a document about the Spartans and the Jews indicating that we are related and that both of our nations are descended from Abraham.

22 Now that we have discovered this, please send us a report about your situation.

23 In reply, we will send you a letter indicating that we are willing to share our possessions, including cattle and property, if you will do the same. We have given orders to our ambassadors to give you a full report about these matters.' "