And when there had been a consultation thereupon, and the captain had acquainted the multitude with it, they were all of one mind to consent to covenants.

And when there had been a consultation thereupon, and the captain had acquainted the multitude with it, they were all of one mind to consent to covenants.

2 Maccabees 14:18
Nevertheless Nicanor hearing of the valour of Judas's companions, and the greatness of courage, with which they fought for their country, was afraid to try the matter by the sword.

2 Maccabees 14:19
Wherefore he sent Posidonius, and Theodotius and Matthias before to present and receive the right hands.

2 Maccabees 14:21
So they appointed a day upon which they might come together by themselves: and seats were brought out, and set for each one.

2 Maccabees 14:22
But Judas ordered armed men to be ready in convenient places, lest some mischief might be suddenly practised by the enemies: so they made an agreeable conference.