26
Then the king sent Nicanor, one of his honored princes, who hated and detested Israel, and he commanded him to destroy the people.
27
So Nicanor came to Jerusalem with a large force, and treacherously sent to Judas and his brothers this peaceable message,
28
"Let there be no fighting between you and me; I shall come with a few men to see you face to face in peace."
29
So he came to Judas, and they greeted one another peaceably; but the enemy were preparing to kidnap Judas.
30
It became known to Judas that Nicanor had come to him with treacherous intent, and he was afraid of him and would not meet him again.
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