38
The rest of the cavalry were stationed on either side, on the two flanks of the army, to harass the enemy while being themselves protected by the phalanxes.
39
When the sun shone on the shields of gold and brass, the hills were ablaze with them and gleamed like flaming torches.
40
Now a part of the king's army was spread out on the high hills, and some troops were on the plain, and they advanced steadily and in good order.
41
All who heard the noise made by their multitude, by the marching of the multitude and the clanking of their arms, trembled, for the army was very large and strong.
42
But Judas and his army advanced to the battle, and six hundred of the king's army fell.
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