1 Judas Maccabaeus took the place of his father Mattathias.
2 All his brothers and all the loyal followers of his father gave him their support, and they were happy to carry on Israel's war.
3 Judas brought greater glory to his people.In his armour, he was like a giant.He took up his weapons and went to war;with his own sword he defended his camp.
4 He was like a ferocious lion roaring as it attacks.