12 Behold, our holy things, our beauty, and our glory are laid waste. The Gentiles have profaned them. (WEB) 13 Why should we live any longer?” (WEB) 14 Mattathias and his sons tore their clothes, put on sackcloth, and mourned exceedingly. (WEB)
1 Maccabees 2:12–14
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