1883 Haydock Douay Rheims Bible

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I Maccabees 14:4

And all the land of Juda was at rest all the days of Simon, and he sought the good of his nation: and his power, and his glory pleased them well all his days.

Days. Few princes have obtained such a character: for how shall they give content to all? (Calmet) --- Simon had governed two years in troubles, but henceforward enjoyed peace, till Sidetes disturbed it. (Worthington)