4 Maccabees 4:3-5

Common English Bible

³ “Since I am devoted to the king’s interests, I have come here to report that several tons of silver^[a] in private funds have been deposited in the temple treasuries. These funds are not temple property but belong to King Seleucus.” ⁴ When Apollonius learned these things, he praised Simon for watching out for the king. Then Apollonius went to Seleucus to tell him about the stash of treasure.

⁵ When Apollonius received authority to take action, he quickly advanced into our nation, bringing along the villain Simon and heavily armed troops.