32 Then Simon rose up and fought for his nation. He spent much of his own money to arm the valiant men of his nation and give them wages. (WEB) 33 He fortified the cities of Judea and Bethsura that lies on the borders of Judea, where the weapons of the enemies had been stored, and there he placed a garrison of Jews. (WEB) 34 He fortified Joppa which is upon the sea, and Gazara which is upon the borders of Azotus, where the enemies used to live, and placed Jews there, and set in there all things necessary for their restoration. (WEB)
1 Maccabees 14:32–34
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1 Maccabees 13:32–34
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1 Maccabees 13:9–11
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1 Maccabees 4:60–61
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1 Maccabees 14:6–8
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1 Maccabees 4:40–42
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