1 Maccabees 16:19

He sent others also to Gazera to kill John: and unto the tribunes he sent letters to come unto him, that he might give them silver, and gold, and rewards.

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Overview of 1 Maccabees 16:19

Summary

Assassin dispatches killers and bribes officials for cooperation

Place

Gazera

Event

Multiple assassination plots ordered

Estimated Time Period

c. 140 BC