1 Maccabees 13:5-7

Good News Translation

⁵ But never let it be said that I tried to save my own life in a time of danger; I do not consider myself better than my brothers. ⁶ Not in the least! It is true that in their hatred all the Gentile nations have gathered together to destroy us, but I will fight to defend my nation, the Temple, and your loved ones.