28 and carried him—this man who had just now entered with a great retinue and all his guard into the aforesaid treasury, himself now brought to utter helplessness, manifestly made to recognize the sovereignty of God. (WEB) 29 So, while he, through the working of God, speechless and bereft of all hope and deliverance, lay prostrate, (WEB) 30 they blessed the Lord who acted marvelously for his own place. The temple, which a little before was full of terror and alarm, was filled with joy and gladness after the Almighty Lord appeared. (WEB)
2 Maccabees 3:28–30
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