1 Maccabees 1:21

And entered proudly into the sanctuary, and took away the golden altar, and the candlestick of light, and all the vessels thereof,

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Overview of 1 Maccabees 1:21

Summary

Ruler desecrates temple and steals sacred vessels

Place

Jerusalem Temple

Event

Temple desecration and theft

Estimated Time Period

c. 169 BC