15. and gave his men the watchword "God’s Victory." He chose the best of the young men, and attacked the king’s quarters in the enemy camp at night. They killed nearly two thousand men as well as the lead elephant, stabbing its rider.
16. After they filled the camp with fear and panic, they departed in good spirits.
17. This had happened just as the day was dawning because the Lord’s protection had come to Judas’ aid.
18. Having received a taste of the Jews’ courage, the king made an attempt on their military positions through other tricks.
19. He moved against a well-protected watch-post of the Jews at Beth-zur, but he was pushed back. He struck again, but this time he was defeated.
20. Judas sent necessary supplies to those inside.
21. But Rhodocus from the Judean ranks gave military secrets to the enemies. When it was discovered, he was caught and imprisoned.