The Book Of Maccabees

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1. What did Eleazar refuse to eat?

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Eleazar refused to eat pork.

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When Mattathias died, his son Judas, or Judah Maccabee led the revolt, as he is often called. The book of Maccabees was written after the restoration of an... see moreindependent Jewish kingdom. Just how much do you understand and remember from this holy script? Take up the quiz below and get to find out. see less

2. Who is Judas Maccabeus?

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Judas Maccabeus is known as the Son of the priest Mattathias. He was a military leader who played a significant role in the Maccabean Revolt against the Seleucid Empire. Judas Maccabeus led the Jewish rebel army and fought for the freedom and independence of the Jewish people. He is remembered for his bravery and determination in defending Jewish religious practices and traditions.

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3. Where did people hide to celebrate the sabbeth?

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During ancient times, people would often hide in caves to celebrate the sabbath. Caves provided a secluded and protected space where individuals or groups could gather to worship and observe religious rituals without interference or persecution. The natural formation of caves also added a sense of reverence and spirituality to the gatherings, making them an ideal location for religious activities during the sabbath.

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4. How long was Atiochus's second expedition?

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Antiochus's second expedition lasted for 40 days. This indicates that the expedition was relatively short in duration. It suggests that Antiochus did not plan for a long-term campaign or an extended period of time away from his base. The short duration could indicate that the expedition was focused on a specific objective or that Antiochus faced unexpected challenges or setbacks that forced him to cut the campaign short.

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5. What was OLympian Zues was the Lord of?

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Zeus was known as the Lord of the heavens in Greek mythology. He was considered the king of the gods and ruled over the sky and all celestial bodies. As the god of thunder and lightning, Zeus had control over the weather and was often depicted as a powerful figure reigning over the heavens. This position as the ruler of the heavens gave Zeus immense power and authority in Greek mythology.

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6. Apollonius was sent by the king to be the head of how many men?

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Apollonius was sent by the king to be the head of 22,000 men.

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7. What were the amulets sacred to?

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8. How many men did Jason gather to attack Jerusalem?

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Jason gathered 1,000 men to attack Jerusalem.

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What did Eleazar refuse to eat?
Who is Judas Maccabeus?
Where did people hide to celebrate the sabbeth?
How long was Atiochus's second expedition?
What was OLympian Zues was the Lord of?
Apollonius was sent by the king to be the head of how many men?
What were the amulets sacred to?
How many men did Jason gather to attack Jerusalem?
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