1 Maccabees 10:25

25 He sent unto him therefore to this effect: "King Demetrius unto the people of the Jews sendeth greeting:

1 Maccabees 10:25 In-Context

23 "What have we done that Alexander hath preceded us in making amity with the Jews to strengthen himself?

24 I also will write unto them words of encouragement and promise them dignities and gifts, that I may have their aid."

25 He sent unto him therefore to this effect: "King Demetrius unto the people of the Jews sendeth greeting:

26 Whereas you have kept covenants with us and continued in our friendship, not joining yourselves with our enemies, we have heard hereof and are glad.

27 Therefore now continue ye still to be faithful unto us, and we will recompense you well for the things ye do on our behalf,