1 Maccabees 2:54 kjva — Phinees our father in being zealous and fervent obtained the covenant of an everlasting priesthood.

King James Version with Apocrypha

“Phinees our father in being zealous and fervent obtained the covenant of an everlasting priesthood.”

— 1 Maccabees 2:54, King James Version with Apocrypha

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“Phinees, our father, by being fervent in the zeal of God, received the covenant of an everlasting priesthood.”
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1 Maccabees 2 — Context

Call to remembrance what acts our fathers did in their time; so shall ye receive great honour and an everlasting name.

Was not Abraham found faithful in temptation, and it was imputed unto him for righteousness?

Joseph in the time of his distress kept the commandment and was made lord of Egypt.

Phinees our father in being zealous and fervent obtained the covenant of an everlasting priesthood.

Jesus for fulfilling the word was made a judge in Israel.

Caleb for bearing witness before the congregation received the heritage of the land.

David for being merciful possessed the throne of an everlasting kingdom.

1 Maccabees 2:54 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 1 Maccabees 2:54 say?

1 Maccabees 2:54 in the King James Version with Apocrypha reads: “Phinees our father in being zealous and fervent obtained the covenant of an everlasting priesthood.”

Where is 1 Maccabees 2:54 in the Bible?

1 Maccabees 2:54 is found in the Apocrypha, in the book of 1 Maccabees, chapter 2, verse 54.

Who wrote 1 Maccabees?

1 Maccabees is traditionally attributed to Anonymous Jewish historian, likely tied to the Hasmonean court. Originally written in Hebrew (lost); preserved in Greek translation. A sober, restrained chronicle in the style of OT historical writing. It was written c. 100 BC.

What is the book of 1 Maccabees about?

1 Maccabees is the principal historical account of the Jewish revolt against Antiochus IV Epiphanes (167–134 BC). It tells of the priest Mattathias raising the standard of resistance, his son Judas "Maccabeus" winning improbable victories, the cleansing and rededication of the Temple (commemorated by Hanukkah), and the long careers of his brothers Jonathan and Simon. A defining story of faithful resistance under religious persecution.

What are the major themes of 1 Maccabees?

1 Maccabees explores themes including Faithfulness, Resistance, Temple, Covenant, Hanukkah. These themes shape the meaning and context of 1 Maccabees 2:54.

What translation should I read 1 Maccabees 2:54 in?

1 Maccabees 2:54 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.

How can I memorize 1 Maccabees 2:54?

1 Maccabees 2:54 reads (KJVA): “Phinees our father in being zealous and fervent obtained the covenant of an everlasting priesthood.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.

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