Rediscovering Our Roots: A Coptic Orthodox Commentary on 2 Maccabees 2 and the Sacred Library Executive Summary ✨ 2 Maccabees 2 recounts the story of Jeremiah concealing the Ark of…
2 Maccabees 1: Letters, Deliverance, and the Power of Remembrance Executive Summary ✨ This chapter of 2 Maccabees opens with letters from the Jews in Jerusalem and Judea to their…
The End of Simon and the Rise of John Hyrcanus: A Coptic Orthodox Reflection on Leadership and Divine Providence Executive Summary 1 Maccabees 16 recounts the treacherous assassination of Simon…
The Power of Alliance: Understanding 1 Maccabees 15 and God’s Providence ✨ Executive Summary 1 Maccabees 15 intricately details the renewal of the alliance between the Romans and the Jewish…
1 Maccabees 14: Finding True Peace and Prosperity in God’s Kingdom Executive Summary ✨ 1 Maccabees 14 stands as a testament to God’s faithfulness and the rewards of steadfast obedience.…
Simon Becomes Leader: A Coptic Orthodox Commentary on 1 Maccabees 13 Executive Summary ✨ 1 Maccabees 13 recounts the ascent of Simon Maccabeus to leadership following the death of his…
Navigating Alliances: A Coptic Orthodox Commentary on 1 Maccabees 12 Executive Summary ✨ 1 Maccabees 12 delves into the complex political landscape of Judea, showcasing the strategic alliances forged by…
Navigating Political Intrigue: A Coptic Orthodox Commentary on 1 Maccabees 11 Executive Summary 1 Maccabees 11 plunges us into the turbulent world of Hellenistic politics, focusing on the ever-shifting alliances…
Jonathan’s Ascension: Exploring Divine Leadership in 1 Maccabees 10 ✨ Executive Summary ✨ 1 Maccabees 10 narrates a pivotal period in Jewish history, showcasing the complex political landscape and the…
2 Maccabees 3 – The Attempt to Seize Temple Treasures and Divine Intervention
The Threat to the Temple: Understanding Divine Protection in 2 Maccabees 3 Executive Summary 2 Maccabees 3 vividly portrays a critical moment in Jewish history: the attempted seizure of the…