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2 Maccabees 4:12
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
2 Maccabees 4:12
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
12 He took delight in establishing a gymnasium right under the citadel, and he induced the noblest of the young men to wear the Greek hat.(A)
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2 Maccabees 4:14
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
2 Maccabees 4:14
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
14 that the priests were no longer intent upon their service at the altar. Despising the sanctuary and neglecting the sacrifices, they hurried to take part in the unlawful proceedings in the wrestling arena after the signal for the discus throwing,(A)
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