2 Maccabees 15:27

27 Fighting with their hands but praying to God with their hearts and rejoicing in God's appearance, they killed no fewer than thirty-five thousand soldiers.

2 Maccabees 15:27 In-Context

25 Nicanor's forces advanced with trumpet calls and battle cries.

26 But Judas' men battled against their enemies with appeals and prayers.

27 Fighting with their hands but praying to God with their hearts and rejoicing in God's appearance, they killed no fewer than thirty-five thousand soldiers.

28 When they returned from the battle to their camp with joy, they found Nicanor lying dead in full armor.

29 With shouts and excitement, they praised the ruler in their native language.