1 Maccabees
Chronicles the struggle of the Jewish people to gain independence from Greek rule, highlighting the heroic efforts of the Maccabee family to restore religious freedom and cleanse the Temple.
Chapter 1 The Rise of the Maccabees
Chapter 2 The Revolt Begins
Chapter 3 The Leadership of Judas Maccabeus
Chapter 4 Victory at Beth-Horon
Chapter 5 Battles Against Neighboring Enemies
Chapter 6 The Siege of the Citadel
Chapter 7 The Death of Judas’ Allies
Chapter 8 Alliance with Rome
Chapter 9 The Death of Judas Maccabeus
Chapter 10 Jonathan as High Priest
Chapter 11 Jonathan's Diplomacy
Chapter 12 Treachery and the Death of Jonathan
Chapter 13 Simon Takes Command
Chapter 14 Jewish Autonomy Recognized
Chapter 15 Antiochus VII and Conflict Renewed
Chapter 16 The Death of Simon and the Rise of John Hyrcanus
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