The Maccabean revolt was a significant period in Jewish history, marked by a struggle to maintain religious identity amidst external pressures to assimilate into Hellenistic culture. During this time, many Jewish customs, including circumcision, were outlawed by the ruling powers. The Maccabees, led by Mattathias and his sons, took a firm stand against these decrees. By forcibly circumcising the uncircumcised boys, they were not only reclaiming their religious practices but also making a bold statement of resistance against cultural assimilation. This act was a reaffirmation of their covenant with God, as circumcision was a physical and spiritual mark of their identity as God's chosen people. It highlights the importance of faithfulness and the lengths to which the Maccabees were willing to go to preserve their religious heritage. This period of resistance is celebrated in the Jewish festival of Hanukkah, which commemorates the rededication of the Second Temple and the triumph of Jewish tradition over Hellenistic influence.
They forcibly circumcised all the uncircumcised boys that they found within the borders of Israel.
1 Maccabees 2:46
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