3
He extended the glory of his people. Like a giant he put on his breastplate; he bound on his armor of war and waged battles, protecting the camp by his sword.
1
Then his son Judas, who was called Maccabeus, took command in his place.
2
All his brothers and all who had joined his father helped him; they gladly fought for Israel.
3
He extended the glory of his people. Like a giant he put on his breastplate; he bound on his armor of war and waged battles, protecting the camp by his sword.
4
He was like a lion in his deeds, like a lion's cub roaring for prey.
5
He searched out and pursued those who broke the law; he burned those who troubled his people.
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