1 Maccabees 1:4

4 He gathered a very strong army and ruled over countries, nations, and princes, and they became tributary to him.

1 Maccabees 1:4 In-Context

2 He fought many battles, conquered strongholds, and put to death the kings of the earth.

3 He advanced to the ends of the earth, and plundered many nations. When the earth became quiet before him, he was exalted, and his heart was lifted up.

4 He gathered a very strong army and ruled over countries, nations, and princes, and they became tributary to him.

5 After this he fell sick and perceived that he was dying.

6 So he summoned his most honored officers, who had been brought up with him from youth, and divided his kingdom among them while he was still alive.