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…
The Martyrdom of Judas Maccabeus: Understanding Courage and Leadership in 1 Maccabees 9 Executive Summary ✨ 1 Maccabees 9 recounts the tragic death of Judas Maccabeus and the subsequent rise…
Alliance with the Romans: A Coptic Orthodox Commentary on 1 Maccabees 8 Executive Summary 1 Maccabees 8 recounts the pivotal decision of Judas Maccabeus to seek an alliance with the…
Navigating Treachery and Divine Providence: A Coptic Orthodox Commentary on 1 Maccabees 7 Executive Summary 1 Maccabees 7 delves into a tumultuous period in Jewish history, marked by political maneuvering,…
1 Maccabees 6: Death of Antiochus and God’s Justice – A Coptic Orthodox Commentary Executive Summary ✨ 1 Maccabees 6 recounts the demise of Antiochus Epiphanes, a pivotal figure in…
1 Maccabees 5: Triumph Through Faith — A Coptic Orthodox Commentary ✨ Executive Summary 1 Maccabees 5 details the arduous yet ultimately victorious campaigns of Judas Maccabeus and his brothers…
The Cleansing of the Temple: A Coptic Orthodox Reflection on 1 Maccabees 4 Executive Summary 1 Maccabees 4 recounts a pivotal moment in Jewish history: the purification and rededication of…
1 Maccabees 16 – Simon’s Death and John Hyrcanus Takes Command
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…