2 Maccabees 5:23

And at Garizim, Andronicus; and besides, Menelaus, who worse than all the rest bare an heavy hand over the citizens, having a malicious mind against his countrymen the Jews.

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Overview of 2 Maccabees 5:23

Summary

Malicious officials rule with harsh authority

Place

Garizim

Event

Tyrannical rulers established

Estimated Time Period

c. 170 BC