Holofernes Learns That Israel Will Not Surrender

Book of Judith 5:1

Curated by Arthur·Told by Maggid·March 24, 2026

Then was it declared to Holofernes, the chief captain of the army of Assur,

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Holy Land Humor Sin War Faith

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