2 Maccabees 7:12 kjva — Insomuch that the king, and they that were with him, marvelled at the young man’s courage, for that he nothing regarded…

King James Version with Apocrypha

"Insomuch that the king, and they that were with him, marvelled at the young man’s courage, for that he nothing regarded the pains."

— 2 Maccabees 7:12, King James Version with Apocrypha

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2 Maccabees 7 — Context

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And when he was at the last gasp, he said, Thou like a fury takest us out of this present life, but the King of the world shall raise us up, who have died for his laws, unto everlasting life.

10

After him was the third made a mocking stock: and when he was required, he put out his tongue, and that right soon, holding forth his hands manfully.

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And said courageously, These I had from heaven; and for his laws I despise them; and from him I hope to receive them again.

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Insomuch that the king, and they that were with him, marvelled at the young man’s courage, for that he nothing regarded the pains.

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Now when this man was dead also, they tormented and mangled the fourth in like manner.

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So when he was ready to die he said thus, It is good, being put to death by men, to look for hope from God to be raised up again by him: as for thee, thou shalt have no resurrection to life.

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Afterward they brought the fifth also, and mangled him.

2 Maccabees 7:12 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 2 Maccabees 7:12 say?
2 Maccabees 7:12 in the King James Version with Apocrypha reads: “Insomuch that the king, and they that were with him, marvelled at the young man’s courage, for that he nothing regarded the pains.”
Where is 2 Maccabees 7:12 in the Bible?
2 Maccabees 7:12 is found in the Apocrypha, in the book of 2 Maccabees, chapter 7, verse 12.
Who wrote 2 Maccabees?
2 Maccabees is traditionally attributed to Anonymous epitomist of a (lost) five-volume work by Jason of Cyrene. Not a continuation of 1 Maccabees but a parallel — covering a shorter, earlier slice (c. 180–161 BC) with a more overtly theological and rhetorical style. It was written c. 124 BC.
What is the book of 2 Maccabees about?
2 Maccabees retells the early part of the Maccabean crisis with stirring rhetorical power. It contains the most famous martyrdom narratives of the Old Testament era — the priest Eleazar (ch. 6) and the mother with her seven sons (ch. 7), who choose torture and death rather than violate the Law. The book is also notable for its explicit affirmation of bodily resurrection, intercessory prayer for the dead, and the role of providence in Israel's history.
What are the major themes of 2 Maccabees?
2 Maccabees explores themes including Martyrdom, Resurrection, Temple, Providence, Hanukkah. These themes shape the meaning and context of 2 Maccabees 7:12.
What translation should I read 2 Maccabees 7:12 in?
2 Maccabees 7:12 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 2 Maccabees 7:12?
2 Maccabees 7:12 reads (KJVA): “Insomuch that the king, and they that were with him, marvelled at the young man’s courage, for that he nothing regarded the pains.” 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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