1 Maccabees 8:27

27 "In the same way, if war is declared first against the Jewish nation, the Romans will come to their aid with hearty support, as the situation may require.

1 Maccabees 8:27 In-Context

25 the Jewish nation will come to her aid with wholehearted support, as the situation may require.

26 And to those at war with her, the Jews shall not give or supply food, arms, money, or ships, as was agreed in Rome. The Jews must carry out their obligations without receiving anything in return.

27 "In the same way, if war is declared first against the Jewish nation, the Romans will come to their aid with hearty support, as the situation may require.

28 And to their enemies there shall not be given or supplied food, arms, money, or ships, as was agreed in Rome. The Romans must carry out their obligations without deception.

29 "These are the terms of the treaty that the Romans have made with the Jewish people.