1 Maccabees 14:7

7 he took a great number of captives. He ruled over Gazara, Beth-zur, and the elevated fortress. He removed the impurities from the elevated fortress. There were none to oppose him.

1 Maccabees 14:7 In-Context

5 His crowning achievement was to take Joppa for a harbor, opening the way to the sea with its islands.

6 He also extended his country's borders. He gained full control of the land;

7 he took a great number of captives. He ruled over Gazara, Beth-zur, and the elevated fortress. He removed the impurities from the elevated fortress. There were none to oppose him.

8 People worked their farmland in peace. The ground was fertile, and the trees of the plains were fruitful.

9 Old men sat along the sides of the streets and talked about good things. The young put on impressive military uniforms.