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Day 301: Rising Again (2024)

The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)

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Political Corruption and the Rise of Hellenism

This chapter explores the political corruption and turmoil during Antiochus Epiphanes' rule, focusing on the rise of high priests Jason and Menelaus who contributed to the Hellenization of Jewish traditions. It highlights the tragic consequences of their actions, including the murder of Onias and the eventual punishment of Andronicus, reflecting the community's deep dissatisfaction.

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