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Think about this: if there is some power watching over you and your religion, it will excuse you for any action against the Law if you are compelled to do it."
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Come on! Wake up from your silly philosophy, and get rid of your brainless thinking! Adopt an attitude that is more appropriate for a mature person, and adopt a philosophy that is to your advantage!
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Take pity on your old age, and respect my generous advice.
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Think about this: if there is some power watching over you and your religion, it will excuse you for any action against the Law if you are compelled to do it."
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When the tyrant had finished pressuring Eleazar to eat forbidden food, Eleazar asked to say something.
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Antiochus gave him permission, and Eleazar began to give the following speech: