1. The greatest of his brothers and the pride of his people was the High Priest Simon son of Onias, who repaired the Temple
2. and laid the foundation for the high double wall and the fortifications of the Temple.
3. The reservoir, as big as the bronze tank, was dug while he was in office.
4. He made plans to protect his people from attack and fortified the city so that it could withstand a siege.
5. How glorious he was when he came out of the Most Holy Place!