1 Maccabees 2:66

66 Judas Maccabeus has been a powerful fighter since he was a boy. He will command the army for you and lead the battle against the peoples.

1 Maccabees 2:66 In-Context

64 My children, show courage and grow strong in the Law, because this will bring you honor.

65 "Look, here is your brother Simon, who I know is a man with purpose. Always listen to him. He will be your father.

66 Judas Maccabeus has been a powerful fighter since he was a boy. He will command the army for you and lead the battle against the peoples.

67 Rally around yourselves all who observe the Law, and avenge wrong done to your people.

68 Pay the Gentiles back in full, and obey what the Law commands."