1 Maccabees 13:53

And when Simon saw that John his son was a valiant man, he made him captain of all the hosts; and he dwelt in Gazera.

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Overview of 1 Maccabees 13:53

Summary

Son appointed as military commander

Place

Gazera

Event

Son given command of forces

Estimated Time Period

c. 140 BC