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When Judas learned of the cruelty done to the men of his nation, he informed the men who were with him, and, having called upon God, the Just Judge, (2 Maccabees 12, 5)
Therefore, it is a holy and beneficial thought to pray on behalf of those who have passed away, so that they may be released from sins. (2 Maccabees 12, 46)
And indeed, this satisfied justice, for just as he had committed many offenses toward the altar of God, the fire and ashes of which are holy, so was he condemned to die in ashes. (2 Maccabees 13, 8)
Of course, they were afraid to be deprived of their law and their country, and of the holy temple, and also that he might allow the people, who had recently taken a breath for a little while, to be again subdued by blasphemous nations. (2 Maccabees 13, 11)
first, indeed, in faithful service to the king’s interests, but also as an advisor of the citizens. For our entire nation is no less afflicted by their depravity. (2 Maccabees 14, 8)
And now, O Lord, Holy of all holies, preserve unpolluted, until eternity, this house, which was recently made clean.” (2 Maccabees 14, 36)
In truth, Onias responded by saying: “This one loves his brothers and the people of Israel. This is he who prays greatly for the people and for all the holy city: Jeremiah, the prophet of God.” (2 Maccabees 15, 14)
“Receive this holy sword as a gift from God, with it you shall cast down the adversaries of my people Israel.” (2 Maccabees 15, 16)
And so, having been exhorted by the very good words of Judas, by which the readiness and courage of the young men were able to be raised and strengthened, they resolved to strive and to contend with fortitude, so that virtue would judge the matter, because the holy city and the temple were in peril. (2 Maccabees 15, 17)
so that those who approach against your holy people with blasphemy may be afraid.” And in this way, indeed, he concluded his prayer. (2 Maccabees 15, 24)
And he displayed the head of Nicanor, and his nefarious hand, which he had extended against the holy house of Almighty God with magnificent boasting. (2 Maccabees 15, 32)
Justice elevates a nation. But sin makes the peoples miserable. (Proverbs 14, 34)
