22
The king negotiated again with those in Beth-zur. They shared tokens of friendship. Then he went away, mounted an attack against Judas' men, and was defeated.
23
Meanwhile, he received news that Philip (left in charge of the government in Antioch) had rebelled. He was entirely caught off guard, and so offered reconciliation to the Jews, accepted their terms, swore to respect all their rights, and reached a settlement. He also offered a sacrifice, honored the temple, and was generous toward the place.
24
He welcomed the Maccabee and made Hegemonides governor from Ptolemais to Gerar.
25
Then he went to Ptolemais. The people of Ptolemais found it hard to accept the agreement. They became very angry and wanted to annul the terms of the treaty.
26
In defense Lysias spoke publicly as well as he could and convinced and appeased them. After gaining their support, he marched into Antioch. So this is how the advance and withdrawal of the king occurred.