1 Maccabees 15 – Roman Support and Antiochus VII’s Demands
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…
Simon Maccabeus
1 Maccabees 14 – Peace, Prosperity, and Simon’s Rule Confirmed
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.…
1 Maccabees 13 – Simon Becomes Leader; Final Expulsion of Gentiles
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 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…