6. He responded: "Those among the Jews who are called Hasideans, of whom Judas Maccabeus is foremost, nourish wars, and raise seditions, and will not permit the kingdom to be at peace.
7. For I also, being cheated out of the glory of my ancestors (but I speak of the high priesthood), have come here,
8. first, indeed, in faithful service to the king's interests, but also as an advisor of the citizens. For our entire nation is no less afflicted by their depravity.
9. But I beg you, O king, knowing each of these things, look after both the region and our people, according to your humanity, which is publicly known to all.