The Second Book of Maccabees

What does it take to stand firm in the face of oppression? How can faith and courage inspire hope in the darkest times? The Second Book of Maccabees: The Timeless Account of Courage, Faith, and Sacrifice provides a compelling modern translation of one of the most powerful works of Jewish history. This ancient text, attributed to an anonymous historian, recounts the Jewish revolt against Seleucid rule, led by Judas Maccabeus and his followers. Far more than a historical chronicle, The Second Book