2
When Arsaces the king of Persia and Media heard that Demetrius had invaded his territory, he sent one of his commanders to take him alive.
3
And he went and defeated the army of Demetrius, and seized him and took him to Arsaces, who put him under guard.
4
The land had rest all the days of Simon. He sought the good of his nation; his rule was pleasing to them, as was the honor shown him, all his days.
5
To crown all his honors he took Joppa for a harbor, and opened a way to the isles of the sea.
6
He extended the borders of his nation, and gained full control of the country.
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