2 Maccabees 3:8

So forthwith Heliodorus took his journey; under a colour of visiting the cities of Celosyria and Phenice, but indeed to fulfil the king's purpose.

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Overview of 2 Maccabees 3:8

Summary

Official travels under pretext for covert mission

Place

Celosyria, Phenice, Jerusalem

Event

Heliodorus journeys under false pretense

Estimated Time Period

c. 180 BC