This episode is part 10 in a study of the book of 1 Maccabees. Rome starts to get involved in the conflict. They release Demetrius who comes back and claims the kingship. He appoints a new high priest who fails to take control of Judah.

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#895 - 1 Maccabees 7:1-25 – New King

This episode is part 12 in a study of the book of 1 Maccabees. Judas sends ambassadors to Rome to form an alliance with this rising, powerful country in the Mediterranean.

#897 - 1 Maccabees 8 – Alliance with Rome

This episode is part 11 in a study of the book of 1 Maccabees. The new king sends official Nicanor to exterminate the Jews. It does not go well for Nicanor who loses his head.

#896 - 1 Maccabees 7:26-50 – Campaign of Nicanor

This episode is part 9 in a study of the book of 1 Maccabees. Syria attacks again and things are looking poor for the Maccabees, until a civil war in Syria forces them to withdraw and return home.

#895 - 1 Maccabees 7:1-25 – New King

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