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…
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…
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…
Judas Maccabeus Leads the Resistance: A Coptic Orthodox Commentary on 1 Maccabees 3 Executive Summary 1 Maccabees 3 chronicles the rise of Judas Maccabeus as a powerful leader in the…
Purim’s Triumph: A Coptic Orthodox Commentary on Esther 9 – The Festival of Purim Established Executive Summary Esther 9 meticulously chronicles the Jews’ divinely orchestrated triumph over their enemies, fulfilling…
Navigating Divine Providence: A Coptic Orthodox Commentary on Tobit 7 Executive Summary Tobit 7 unfolds the pivotal encounter between Tobias and Sarah, guided by the Archangel Raphael in disguise. This…
2 Maccabees 13 – Death of Menelaus and Defeat of Antiochus Eupator
Divine Justice and the End of Wickedness: A Commentary on 2 Maccabees 13 Executive Summary ✨ 2 Maccabees 13 vividly depicts the consequences of wickedness and the unwavering hand of…