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2 Maccabees, 11

31. That the Jews may use their own Bind of meats, and their own laws as be- fore, and that none of them any manner of ways be molested for things which have been done by ignorance.

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Chapter 11 of 2 Maccabees reports the victory of the army led by Judas Macabeu against the forces of Babylonian General Nicanor, who had invaded Judea with the intention of destroying the temple of Jerusalem. The verses below were chosen for dealing with topics related to this episode of struggle and victory:

1 Samuel 17:47: "And all this congregation shall know that the Lord does not save with the sword and with the spear; for the Lord is war, and He shall surrender to you into our hand." This passage is a declaration of faith of David, who trusts the power of God to defeat the giant Goliath. This faith in God and his protection is shared by Judas Macabeu and his army, who know that his victory depends not only on his military ability, but on divine aid.

Psalm 20:7: "Some trust cars, some in horses, but we will mention the name of the Lord our God." This passage highlights the importance of trust in God in the midst of battles. While other peoples trusted his military power, Judas Macabeu and his soldiers put his confidence in God and his protection.

Psalm 144:1: "Blessed be the Lord, my rock, who teaches my hands to the battle and my fingers to war." This passage highlights the importance of preparation and training for war. Just as the psalmist attributes his skill in the battle to God's teaching, Judas Macabeu and his soldiers prepare for the fight and have divine help to achieve victory.

Isaiah 31:5: "As birds fly, so will the Lord protect from hosts to Jerusalem; protecting, he will also rid and save, passing over, freeing." This passage is a promise of divine protection on Jerusalem. Judas Macabeu and his army struggle to defend the temple of Jerusalem and protect his people from foreign invaders.

Joshua 10:25: "Joshua said unto them, Do not fear, nor be afraid; strive, and have good courage, for the Lord shall make all your enemies against whom fighting." This passage is a message of encouragement and courage for the soldiers of Judas Macabeu. Just as Joshua encouraged his men to be strong and brave in the fight against the enemies of Israel, Judas Macabeu inspires his soldiers to fight with determination and faith in victory.





“Por que a tentação passada deixa na alma uma certa perturbação? perguntou um penitente a Padre Pio. Ele respondeu: “Você já presenciou um tremor de terra? Quando tudo estremece a sua volta, você também é sacudido; no entanto, não necessariamente fica enterrado nos destroços!” São Padre Pio de Pietrelcina