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26 Writing such a summary is a difficult task, demanding hard work and sleepless nights.

30 The historian must master his subject, examine every detail, and then explain it carefully,

27 If I die bravely now, it will show that I deserved my long life.

15 and they crushed the Syrians' right wing. They pursued them as far as the foothills.

34 Bacchides learned about this on the Sabbath and crossed the Jordan with his whole army. )

44 The expenses for rebuilding and renovating the Temple shall be provided from the royal treasury.

81 But Jonathan's men stood firm, as he had ordered, and the attacking cavalry grew tired.

16 While Ptolemy reached the peak of his power, Alexander fled to Arabia to find protection,

36 None of the provisions mentioned in this letter shall ever be canceled in the future.

44 So Jonathan sent 3,000 trained soldiers to Antioch. The king was delighted when they arrived,

52 Demetrius was firmly established as king, and the country was at peace under his rule,

71 Jonathan was humiliated, so he tore his clothes, threw dust on his head, and prayed.

72 Then he turned back to the battle, crushed the enemy, and put them to flight.

32 Then he broke camp and went to Damascus, inspecting the entire area along the way.

40 All Jews who are qualified may enroll in the royal service. Let us have peace."

16 When the news that Jonathan had died reached Rome and Sparta, it brought great sorrow.

39 gave him the title of "Friend of the King," and treated him with great honor.

2 "King Antiochus to Simon, the High Priest and governor, and to the Jewish nation, greetings.

5 "Now therefore, I confirm all exemptions from taxes and payments granted you by former kings.

6 I authorize you to mint your own coins as legal currency in your own country.