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Day 303: Eleazar's Martyrdom (2023)

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

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Persecution, Martyrdom, and the Example of Eleazar

This chapter discusses the extreme measures taken against the Jews, such as public humiliation and killing, as well as the martyrdom of Eleazar who chose to die honorably rather than violate religious customs. It emphasizes the importance of not being depressed by these calamities and highlights the virtues of righteousness and courage.

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