33
When he became aware of what was happening, Onias made accusations against Menelaus after arriving at a safe haven in Daphne near Antioch.
34
So Menelaus took Andronicus aside and urged him to do away with Onias. Andronicus came to Onias and persuaded him by deception, extending his strong hand with solemn pledges, to come out of safety despite his fear. Then with no regard for justice, he did away with him on the spot.
35
For this reason, not only Jews but also many other people were grieved and angry over the wicked murder of this man.
36
When the king had returned from the region of Cilicia, the Jews in the city and some Greeks, feeling hatred for the senseless killing of Onias, obtained an audience with him.
37
Antiochus was deeply grieved, moved to pity and tears, because of the modest behavior and good conduct of the dead man.