1 Maccabees 3:8

8 He went through the cities of Judah and destroyed the ungodly out of the land. As a result, he turned wrath away from Israel.

1 Maccabees 3:8 In-Context

6 Lawbreakers were afraid of him and retreated. All evildoers were in turmoil. His hand successfully brought deliverance.

7 He angered many kings, but he brought joy to Jacob by his deeds. His memory is blessed forever.

8 He went through the cities of Judah and destroyed the ungodly out of the land. As a result, he turned wrath away from Israel.

9 His fame extended to the ends of the earth. He gathered together those who were perishing.

10 Apollonius gathered Gentiles and a large force from Samaria to fight against Israel.