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So he armed them not with the sword or shield but with the certainty that comes from noble words. Then he made them all full of joy by telling them what he saw in a true dream. (2 Maccabees 15, 11)
He had seen Onias, the former High Priest, a courteous, good man, humble in his ways, distinguished in his words and exemplary in his irreproachable conduct since childhood. With arms outstretched, Onias prayed for the whole Jewish community. (2 Maccabees 15, 12)
Then, a gray-haired and honorable man appeared, praying in the same way, and characterized by dignity and majesty. (2 Maccabees 15, 13)
Then Onias, the High Priest, said to Judas, "This is he who loves your brothers, he who prays without ceasing for the Jewish people and for the Holy City. He is Jeremiah, the prophet of God." (2 Maccabees 15, 14)
"Receive this sword as a gift from God, with which you shall destroy your enemies." (2 Maccabees 15, 16)
Encouraged by these beautiful words of Judas, which were able to encourage righteous people and strengthen young souls, they determined not to set up camp with defenses. They decided instead to rush out bravely and take the offensive to settle the matter by fighting bravely, for the Holy City Jerusalem, their religion and the Temple were in danger. (2 Maccabees 15, 17)
They considered of secondary importance any concern for their wives, children and friends; because they feared above all for the Temple consecrated to God. (2 Maccabees 15, 18)
Everyone waited for the imminent outcome as the enemies attacked. They had set their troops in place, led the elephants to strategic positions and had the cavalry in the wings. (2 Maccabees 15, 20)
Then Maccabeus could see this multitude with their weapons of every kind and the ferocious elephants. He stretched forth his hands to heaven and called on the Lord who works marvels, for he knew that God gives victory to those who deserve it, and this does not depend on weapons, but on the will of God. (2 Maccabees 15, 21)
So now, O Lord of Heaven, send your good angel, before us too, to fill our enemies with fear and terror. (2 Maccabees 15, 23)
Show your power and let your arm strike those who insult you and who come to destroy your holy people." With this, he ended his prayer. (2 Maccabees 15, 24)
As they fought with their hands, their hearts prayed to God. And being so magnificently strengthened by the manifest presence of God, they killed no less than thirty-five thousand enemies. (2 Maccabees 15, 27)
