7 For I also, being cheated out of the glory of my ancestors (but I speak of the high priesthood), have come here,
8 first, indeed, in faithful service to the king’s interests, but also as an advisor of the citizens. For our entire nation is no less afflicted by their depravity.
9 But I beg you, O king, knowing each of these things, look after both the region and our people, according to your humanity, which is publicly known to all.
10 For, as long as Judas survives, it is impossible for the matter to be at peace.'
11 Then, having spoken such things before them, the rest of the allies, who held themselves to be enemies against Judas, further inflamed Demetrius.
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