2 Maccabees 1:1

The brethren, the Jews that be at Jerusalem and in the land of Judea, wish unto the brethren, the Jews that are throughout Egypt health and peace:

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Overview of 2 Maccabees 1:1

Summary

Jewish communities greet fellow believers with health and peaceful wishes

Place

Jerusalem, Egypt

Event

Greeting between communities

Estimated Time Period

c. 124 BC