1 Maccabees 6:31

These went through Idumea, and pitched against Bethsura, which they assaulted many days, making engines of war; but they of Bethsura came out, and burned them with fire, and fought valiantly.

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Overview of 1 Maccabees 6:31

Summary

Forces attack city; defenders resist with courage.

Place

Idumea, Bethsura

Event

Siege of Bethsura

Estimated Time Period

c. 160 BC