1 Maccabees 3:59

59 It is better for us to die in battle than to see the misfortunes of our nation and of the sanctuary.

1 Maccabees 3:59 In-Context

57 Then the army marched out and encamped to the south of Emmaus.

58 And Judas said, "Arm yourselves and be courageous. Be ready early in the morning to fight with these Gentiles who have assembled against us to destroy us and our sanctuary.

59 It is better for us to die in battle than to see the misfortunes of our nation and of the sanctuary.

60 But as his will in heaven may be, so shall he do."