Judith 5:23

23 They said, "We aren't afraid of the Israelites. Indeed, these people don't have the power or strength for making war.

Judith 5:23 In-Context

21 But if they as a nation aren't guilty, it is better that my master just pass them by, for their Lord and God will protect them, and we will become a joke throughout all the land."

22 As Achior finished relating these things, all the people standing around in the tent began to grumble. Holofernes' officers and everyone from the seacoast and Moab said that Achior should be executed.

23 They said, "We aren't afraid of the Israelites. Indeed, these people don't have the power or strength for making war.

24 Therefore, Lord Holofernes, let's go up and devour them with your entire army."