14 However, there was no reason to bother you or other friends and allies with our problems.
15 God always helps us, and we defeated our enemies and were rescued from them.
16 We have sent Numenius and Antipater as messengers to Rome to make sure that we and the Romans remain on good terms.
17 They also have orders to bring this letter to you with our greetings, because we want to be certain that you still consider us your relatives.
18 Please send a reply.
19 Here is a copy of the letter King Arius wrote to Onias some time ago:
20 “King Arius of Sparta sends greetings to Onias the high priest.