166 BC · AM 3838 · Intertestamental
Mattathias dies; Judas takes command
Before his death, Mattathias urged his sons to remain faithful, named Simon as their counselor, and appointed Judas Maccabeus to lead the fighting. The revolt now entered its decisive military phase.
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