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After this, Simon sent Numenius to Rome with a great shield of gold weighing one thousand minas, in order to confirm the alliance with them.
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Verse 24. Of Rome is not in Greek or Syr. and it is allowed that the sequel seems rather to express the gratitude of the Jews to Simon. Calmet.—When peace was established, and friendship with the Romans and Lacedemonians renewed, the whole nation in gratitude to Simon, who now remained alone of all the sons of Mathathias, confirm him in the office of high priest for ever, or during his life; and decree that his progeny shall enjoy the same. verse 41. 49. Worthington.—They should not be deposed, like Onias III. and so forth
1,000 minas is about 499 kg or 1,098 pounds.
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