6. In his utter boastfulness and arrogance Nicanor had determined to erect a public victory monument over Judas and his companions.
7. But Maccabeus remained confident, fully convinced that he would receive help from the Lord.
8. He urged his men not to fear the attack of the Gentiles, but mindful of the help they had received in the past from Heaven, to expect now the victory that would be given them by the Almighty.
9. By encouraging them with words from the law and the prophets, and by reminding them of the battles they had already won, he filled them with fresh enthusiasm.
10. Having stirred up their courage, he gave his orders and pointed out at the same time the perfidy of the Gentiles and their violation of oaths.