1 Maccabees 9:43

Now when Bacchides heard hereof, he came on the sabbath day unto the banks of Jordan with a great power.

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Overview of 1 Maccabees 9:43

Summary

Bacchides learns of attack and mobilizes large force quickly

Place

Jordan

Event

Military commander arrives with army

Estimated Time Period

c. 160-150 BC