66
As for Judas Maccabeus, he hath been mighty and strong, even from his youth up. Let him be your captain, and fight the battle of the people.
67
Take also unto you all those who observe the law, and avenge ye the wrong of your people.
68
Recompense fully the heathen, and take heed to the commandments of the law."
69
So he blessed them, and was gathered to his fathers.
70
And he died in the hundred forty and sixth year. And his sons buried him in the sepulchers of his fathers at Modin, and all Israel made great lamentation for him.
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