2 Maccabees 15:21

Maccabeus seeing the coming of the multitude, and the divers preparations of armour, and the fierceness of the beasts, stretched out his hands toward heaven, and called upon the Lord that worketh wonders, knowing that victory cometh not by arms, but even as it seemeth good to him, he giveth it to such as are worthy:

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Overview of 2 Maccabees 15:21

Summary

Leader calls upon divine intervention for victory assurance

Event

Commander seeks divine assistance

Estimated Time Period

c. 160 BC