36 “King Demetrius to Simon the high priest and friend of kings, and to the elders and nation of the Jews, greetings. (WEB) 37 The golden crown and the palm branch, which you sent, we have received. We are ready to make a steadfast peace with you, yes, and to write to our officers to release you from tribute. (WEB) 38 Whatever things we confirmed to you, they are confirmed. The strongholds, which you have built, let them be your own. (WEB)
1 Maccabees 13:36–38
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1 Maccabees 10:24–26
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1 Maccabees 15:6–8
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1 Maccabees 11:29–31
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1 Maccabees 15:1–3
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2 Maccabees 9:18–20
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1 Maccabees 10:19–21
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1 Maccabees 8:19–21
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1 Maccabees 15:29–31
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