1 Maccabees 13:14

14 Now when Trypho learned that Simon had risen up in the stead of his brother Jonathan and meant to join battle with him, he sent messengers unto him, saying,

1 Maccabees 13:14 In-Context

12 So Trypho removed from Ptolemais with a great power to invade the land of Judea, and Jonathan was with him under guard.

13 But Simon pitched his tents at Adida, opposite the plain.

14 Now when Trypho learned that Simon had risen up in the stead of his brother Jonathan and meant to join battle with him, he sent messengers unto him, saying,

15 Whereas we have Jonathan thy brother in custody, it is for money that he owes unto the king's treasury, concerning the business that was committed unto him.

16 Therefore now send a hundred talents of silver and two of his sons as hostages, that when he is at liberty he may not revolt from us, and we will let him go.