2 Maccabees 1:1

The first letter

1 To our Jewish brothers and sisters in Egypt. Greetings! Your Jewish brothers and sisters in Jerusalem and in the country of Judea wish you prosperous peace.

2 Maccabees 1:1 In-Context

1 To our Jewish brothers and sisters in Egypt. Greetings! Your Jewish brothers and sisters in Jerusalem and in the country of Judea wish you prosperous peace.
2 May God do good for you and remember the covenant with Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, his faithful servants.
3 May God give to all of you the passion to worship him and to do his will with a whole heart and a willing spirit.
4 May God open your heart to his Law and commands, and give you peace.
5 May God listen to your prayers and be reconciled with you and not abandon you in an evil time.
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