2 Maccabees 2:32

32 At this point therefore let us begin our narrative, adding only so much to what has already been said; for it is foolish to lengthen the preface while cutting short the history itself.

2 Maccabees 2:32 In-Context

30 It is the duty of the original historian to occupy the ground and to discuss matters from every side and to take trouble with details,

31 but the one who recasts the narrative should be allowed to strive for brevity of expression and to forego exhaustive treatment.

32 At this point therefore let us begin our narrative, adding only so much to what has already been said; for it is foolish to lengthen the preface while cutting short the history itself.