17 This had been accomplished when the day was just dawning, because of the Lord’s protection that gave Judas help. (WEB) 18 But the king, having had a taste of the exceeding boldness of the Jews, made strategic attacks on their positions, (WEB) 19 and on a strong fortress of the Jews at Bethsura. He advanced, was turned back, failed, and was defeated. (WEB)
2 Maccabees 13:17–19
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