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He armed each of them not so much with the security of shields and spears as with the encouragement of good words. He also told them about a trustworthy dream—a kind of waking vision—which raised everyone's morale.
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In his vision, Judas saw Onias, who had been high priest and was virtuous, good, modest in all things, gentle of manners, and well-spoken. From childhood he had learned all things that properly belong to a good moral life. This man had his hands extended to pray for the entire nation of the Jews.
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Then in the same manner, another man, noteworthy for his gray hair and dignity, appeared with astonishing and splendid glory.
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Onias said, "This man is one who loves his brothers and sisters and prays many prayers for the people and the holy city: God's prophet Jeremiah."
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Jeremiah extended his strong hand and gave to Judas a gold sword, saying,