1 Maccabees 13:17

Hereupon Simon, albeit he perceived that they spake deceitfully unto him yet sent he the money and the children, lest peradventure he should procure to himself great hatred of the people:

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Overview of 1 Maccabees 13:17

Summary

Leader complies with duplicitous demands to avoid hatred

Event

Simon pays ransom despite suspicion

Estimated Time Period

c. 140 BC