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2 Maccabees
Old Testament • 15 chapters
Historical Books
About This Book
A companion to 1 Maccabees focusing on God's protection of the Temple, the stories of martyrs, and early evidence for resurrection and prayer for the dead.
Quick Overview
Inspiring stories of martyrs who died rather than deny their faith. Important for Catholic teaching on resurrection and praying for the dead.
Author
Unknown (based on Jason of Cyrene's work)
Historical Period
c. 180-161 BC
Key Themes
MartyrdomResurrectionTemplePrayer for the DeadGod's Justice
Key Figures
Judas Maccabeus • Eleazar • Seven Brothers • Antiochus IV
Translation: Douay-Rheims - Catholic Bible