18 But when his sufferings did in no way cease, for the judgment of God had come upon him in righteousness, having given up all hope for himself, he wrote to the Jews the letter written below, having the nature of a supplication, to this effect: (WEB) 19 “To the worthy Jewish citizens, Antiochus, king and general, wishes much joy and health and prosperity. (WEB) 20 May you and your children fare well, and may your affairs be as you wish. Having my hope in heaven, (WEB)
2 Maccabees 9:18–20
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1 Maccabees 10:24–26
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1 Maccabees 8:22–24
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1 Maccabees 11:29–31
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