28 And those who give assistance will not be provided with wheat, or arms, or money, or ships, just as it seems good to the Romans. And they shall obey their orders without deceit.
29 According to these words, the Romans have made an agreement with the people of the Jews.
30 And, if after these words, one or another would want to add anything to, or take anything from these, they may do as they propose. And whatever they add or take away, it shall be ratified.
31 Moreover, concerning the evils that king Demetrius did to them, we have written to him, saying, 'Why have you made your yoke heavy upon our friends and allies, the Jews?
32 If, therefore, they come again to us against you, we will render judgment for them, and we will make war against you by sea and by land.' "