02421cam a22003373u 4500 26094 UtSlPG 20260610133611.0 m cr n 260607r2008||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 BM BS PR A. L. O. E., 1821-1893 Hebrew Heroes: A Tale Founded on Jewish History Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2008 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2008-07-20 Produced by Al Haines "Hebrew Heroes: A Tale Founded on Jewish History" by A. L. O. E. is a historical fiction work written in the late 19th century. The narrative centers around the Maccabean revolt against the oppressive rule of Antiochus Epiphanes, focusing on the themes of faith, heroism, and sacrifice in the face of tyranny. Key characters introduced early in the tale include Lycidas, a Greek who admires the courage of the Hebrew martyrs, and Judas Maccabeus, who emerges as a prominent leader in the fight for religious freedom. At the start of the story, the setting is established in Jerusalem during a period rife with persecution. The opening chapter vividly describes the city bathed in sunset, juxtaposed against the backdrop of the cruel actions of Antiochus Epiphanes. Through Lycidas’ perspective, readers witness a poignant scene of martyrdom as Hebrew brethren resolutely refuse to renounce their faith, inspiring the Athenian with their unwavering courage. The narrative then shifts to focus on a group of Hebrews engaged in a secret burial of the martyrs, where Lycidas accidentally witnesses their solemn reinterment and finds himself embroiled in their struggles. This encounter ignites a transformative journey for Lycidas, compelling him to seek understanding of the Hebrew faith and the meaning behind such heroic virtue. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Biographical fiction Bible. Old Testament -- Fiction Judas Maccabaeus (Judah Maccabee, יהודה המכבי) Jews -- History -- Fiction https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/26094 67095 67095