21 Some of those who were hemmed in came out, and some of the ungodly men of Israel were joined to them. (WEB) 22 They went to the king, and said, “How long will you not execute judgment, and avenge our kindred? (WEB) 23 We were willing to serve your father and to live by his words, and to follow his commandments. (WEB)
1 Maccabees 6:21–23
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