8. In truth, those who returned victorious to Bethulia brought with them everything that was theirs. So there was no numbering their cattle, and beasts, and everything they could carry, so much so that, from the least to the greatest, all were made rich by their spoils.
9. But Joachim, the high priest, came from Jerusalem to Bethulia with all his elders to see Judith.
10. And when she had gone out to him, they all blessed her with one voice, saying: "You are the glory of Jerusalem, you are the joy of Israel, you are the honor of our people.
11. For you have acted manfully, and your heart has been strengthened. For you loved chastity, and, after your husband, you have not known any other. Therefore, also the hand of the Lord has strengthened you, and, therefore, you will be blessed for all eternity."