1 Maccabees 10:53-55

Good News Translation

⁵³ I made war on Demetrius, defeated him and his army, and I have taken over his kingdom. ⁵⁴ Now I am ready to make an alliance. Give me your daughter in marriage, and I will give both of you such gifts as you deserve.

⁵⁵ King Ptolemy replied,
    It was a great day when you returned to your country and took the throne of your ancestors.