1 Maccabees 2:64

64 My children, be courageous and grow strong in the law, for by it you will gain honor.

1 Maccabees 2:64 In-Context

62 Do not fear the words of sinners, for their splendor will turn into dung and worms.

63 Today they will be exalted, but tomorrow they will not be found, because they will have returned to the dust, and their plans will have perished.

64 My children, be courageous and grow strong in the law, for by it you will gain honor.

65 "Here is your brother Simeon who, I know, is wise in counsel; always listen to him; he shall be your father.

66 Judas Maccabeus has been a mighty warrior from his youth; he shall command the army for you and fight the battle against the peoples.