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by Mike Whitney, The Unz Review: In a clear rejection of US policies and leadership in the Middle East, the UN general assembly voted overwhelmingly to back the Palestinian bid for full UN membership. The western media have mostly ignored Friday’s balloting since the widely-anticipated results represent another black eye for Washington. But the outcome […]

  Julius Caesar, one of the most famous historical figures, was assassinated by a group of senators on the Ides of March (15th March) of 44 BC. The senators, led by Marcus Junius Brutus and Gaius Cassius Longinus, feared Caesar’s absolute power and the return of the monarchy. Believing they were saving the Roman Republic, the conspirators attacked Caesar with their daggers, with Brutus dealing the first blow. Instead, Caesar’s murder plunged Rome into two bloody civil wars, toppling down the Republic and ushering in the Roman Empire.   Julius Caesar was Assassinated in the Senatorial Conspiracy Death of Caesar, by Vicenzo Camuccini, 1806. Source: Museo e Real Bosco di Capodimonte, Milano   In early 44 BC, Julius Caesar was the most powerful man in Rome. Fresh of his victory at Munda, where he eliminated the last military opposition, Caesar declared himself a dictator for life. Such a move, however, caused alarm in the Senate of Rome. For centuries, Rome prided itself on being a Republic, and now Caesar threatened to topple down traditional values by bringing back the hated monarchy. The Senate feared losing power and influence, with one man taking complete control over the Roman world. The conspirators believed that by eliminating Caesar, they could save the Roman Republic from tyranny.   Thus, on March 15th, 44 BC – the infamous “Ides of March”, the senators assassinated Julius Caesar, stabbing him repeatedly – 32 times – with their daggers. The brutal and symbolic act removed the tyrant, saving the Republic. Or so the assailants believed.   Brutus Made a First Blow Julius Caesar’, Act III, Scene 1, the Assassination, William Holmes Sullivan, 1888, Royal Shakespeare Company Collection. Source: ArtUK   One of the conspiracy leaders was Marcus Junius Brutus, who, despite being an ally of Pompey during the Civil War, was pardoned by Caesar and became his staunch ally and protégé. Brutus, himself a descendant of an illustrious founder of the Roman Republic (also named Brutus), feared Caesar’s growing power. Thus, when Caesar’s enemies approached the young man, Brutus joined the senatorial conspiracy. According to the sources, Brutus was the first to attack Caesar during the Senate meeting.    This act of betrayal was later immortalized in a famous phrase, “Et tu, Brute?” by William Shakespeare in his play “Julius Caesar.” However, Caesar probably expressed his disbelief in Greek: “And you, my son?”   Longinus Was Also Caesar’s Former Ally The Curia of the Theatre of Pompey, 62 BC, a common Senate meeting place in the late Republic and the site of Julius Caesar’s assassination   The second leader of the conspiracy was also Caesar’s former ally. Gaius Cassius Longinus was a senator with a storied military career who joined Crassus’ ill-fated expedition against Parthia. Longinus not only managed to bring the remnants of the legions to the Roman territory. He also repelled the Parthia’s attacks on Syria, saving the eastern province. When civil war erupted in 49 BC, Cassius Longinus sided with Pompey the Great, attacking and defeating Caesar’s navy. However, like in Brutus’ case, Julius Caesar pardoned Longinus after the Battle of Pharsalus, making his enemy a close ally.    Longinus, too, feared Caesar’s accumulation of power, and as a defender of traditional values, he was willing to sacrifice friendship to save the Republic. He became “the moving spirit” in the plot against Caesar and the principal advocate of tyrannicide. On the Ides of March, Cassius was one of the leading assassins, striking Caesar in the chest.   The Assassins Met a Violent End Brutus “Eid Mar” Denarius, ca. 42 BC. Source: The British Museum, London   With Caesar’s body lying cold on the Senate floor, the assassins – who styled themselves “Liberators” – celebrated, believing that they saved the Republic. The famed “EID MAR” denarius proudly proclaims a tyrant’s assassination and praises the saviors of the Republic. The reality, however, was different. The “EID MAR” coin was minted to pay the troops, the Liberators badly needed. Caesar’s assassination deeply divided the Roman people. In addition, Mark Antony, whom the conspirators spared, allied with Lepidus and Octavian. Brutus and Longinus left for the eastern provinces, where they amassed the army.   Caesar’s assassination, intended to save the Republic, sparked another civil war, which ended with defeat at the Battle of Phillipi. Brutus’ and Longinus’ suicide brought an end to the Liberator’s cause. And the fall of the Roman Republic.   Julius Caesar’s Assassination Led to the Roman Empire Detail from the larger-than-life statue of Augustus of Prima Porta, early 1st century CE. Source: Musei Vaticani, Rome   The defeat of the Liberators avenged Caesar’s murder, but it did not save the Republic. Soon, another conflict broke out between former Caesar’s general and friend, Mark Antony and Caesar’s nephew and adopted son, Octavian. The bloody Civil War ended after Octavian’s navy, led by his friend Agrippa, defeated the combined Roman-Egyptian fleet at Actium in 31 BC. The subsequent suicide of Antony and Cleopatra removed all opposition, leaving Octavian the sole master of the Roman world.   A few years later, in 27 BC, Octavian became Augustus, the first emperor of Rome. The Roman Republic ceased to exist, replaced by the very thing the Liberators tried to prevent – a monarchy. Caesar’s assassination backfired, only delaying the inevitable – the birth of the Roman Empire and the first imperial dynasty.

  The Maccabees were Jewish rebels who rose in the 2nd century BCE to overthrow the anti-Jewish Seleucid leader Antiochus IV. The Maccabees are seen as Jewish heroes who helped gain independence for Judea and who defeated the enemies of the Jewish people. Their reconquest of the Temple in Jerusalem is still celebrated today during the festival of Hannukah.   A Hero Emerges as the Jewish People Suffer  Eleazar Maccabee sacrifices himself to topple the king, engraving by Jan de Broen from design by Bernard Picart, 1673-1733, Source: Merrimackvalleyhavurah   In the 2nd Century BCE, Jews in what is now Israel were ruled by the Syrian-Greek run Seleucid Empire. It had taken over from the previous much more tolerant Ptolemaic Empire and was determined to wipe out any trace of Jewish beliefs and traditions.   Practicing the Jewish religion, including kosher laws and circumcision became illegal, and Jews were effectively second-class citizens to the ruling elites, who often murdered and executed them for the smallest infraction. Jews were given the death penalty for refusing to eat pork, for example. Attacks against Jews were often carried out on the Sabbath so they would not be prepared to defend themselves.   Hellenism was forcefully imposed on Jews and the Seleucid king Antiochus IV pushed worship of gods like Zeus once he took power in 175 BCE. Though Syrian, Antiochus venerated the Greek gods and their culture. Laws against Jews continued to tighten, with the death penalty for any practice of the religion. Judaism was being erased from its ancient lands and brought under the heel of the conquering empire and its pagan beliefs.   This forcing of non-Jewish beliefs on Jews was initially done with the collaboration of a section of the Jewish aristocracy. This cadre of officials felt it would be more advantageous and safe to side with the Seleucids and to Hellenize Jews so that they stopped having a unique religious or ethnic identity.   The Seleucid Empire at its height in 281 BCE, by Cattette, Source: Wikimedia Commons   The Maccabean Revolt of 167-160 BCE was a Jewish uprising in Judea against the repression of the Seleucid Empire. The revolt was led by a priest called Mattathias, and his military followers became known as the Maccabees. The revolt was successful, Jerusalem was captured and the Temple of Jerusalem reconsecrated, an act still commemorated today in the Jewish Hanukkah festival.   It was at the height of the persecution that a man named Judas began leading a guerilla revolt against the Seleucids. Judas, the son of Mattathias, was a key figure in the Jewish fight against the Greeks from 168 to 164 BCE, and he and his four brothers Simon, John, Eleazar, and Jonathan all received the honorary title “Maccabee.”   The Fight for Jewish Independence Begins  Initial “A” with the Battle of the Maccabees, ca. 1360–70, Source: MET Museum   Sporadic fighting and guerilla resistance to Greek rule began with Antiochus’ 168 BCE expulsion of many Jews from Jerusalem and the ramping up of persecution and executions. However, the entrance of the Maccabees took it to the next level and led to a significant period of independence.   Judas’ father Mattathias was a Jewish priest who left Jerusalem to get away from the worst of the Seleucid persecution. However, a royal official demanded that he sacrifice to the Greek gods in his new location in Modin. Mattathias declined to do so. Instead, Mattathias killed a Jew coming to make a pagan sacrifice at the altar as well as the official who’d made the request and then smashed the altar itself.   Mattathias, Judas, and his brothers then ran away to the mountains along with a large contingent of fellow rebels. Thus began their campaign to rid Judea of Greek religion and customs, which they did by wrecking altars across the land, kicking non-observant Jews off their land, recruiting new members, and organizing circumcision and Jewish worship wherever possible.   When Mattathias died in 166 BCE, Judas took over as the leader of the group and his four brothers helped as well. He led the assault of traditional Jews in rural Judea against the more Hellenized and liberal Jews in Jerusalem who wanted to assimilate. It morphed into a war of independence, with the Maccabees using bold and stunning guerilla tactics to surround Seleucid fighters and strike them down.   The Maccabees Win Relics of the Maccabees displayed at St. Andrews Church in Cologne, Germany, photo by Hans Peter Schaefer, Source: Wikimedia Commons   The Maccabees experienced a major victory against the Seleucids, after heading to Jerusalem, kicking out any signs of pagan worship and putting Jonathan Maccabee in place as the new high priest in 165 BCE. However, Antiochus wasn’t done yet, and he sent his replenished new army to destroy the upstarts. The new forces that came to Jerusalem under the Seleucid military commander Lysias were also unsuccessful. Furthermore, the death of Antiochus in 164 BCE led to a deal with Lysias, who agreed to allow Jews to worship and live by their customs once again.   Fighting continued, however, as the tensions were still in place between the remaining Seleucids and traditionalist Jews. Judas was killed in action in 160 BCE and leadership of the army passed to Jonathan, who was now high priest and supreme commander of the Jewish forces. Jonathan was eventually killed by a jealous rival, but was succeeded by his surviving brother Simon Maccabee. Simon went on to found the Hasmonean kingdom after assuming leadership of the country’s military and religious authorities in 140 BCE.   By 130 BCE, the Maccabees had gained independence for the Jewish people, which lasted until 63 BCE when the Roman Senate designated Herod the Great to be the leader of Judea, taking over rulership of the troubled land as a client state of the Roman Empire.   The Battle of Beth Zechariah  Death of Eleazer, by Gustave Doré, 1866, Source: Wikimedia Commons   One particularly colorful and intense chapter of the Maccabean revolt comes from the martyrdom of Judas’ brother Eleazar, who died in the spring of 162 BCE at Beth Zechariah.   The story of what happened is told by reputed historian Josephus as well as by 1 Maccabees, a piece of scripture which is believed by many historians to have been written by an eyewitness to the combat. This battle was a defeat for the Maccabees, but it is notable for the sacrifice of Eleazar, who died going up against a massive Seleucid war elephant.   Judas besieged the Seleucid-held area of Jerusalem called Acra in April of 162 BCE. This was the last major outpost of Seleucid power in Judea, and the Maccabees wanted it gone.  They easily took it over, but the Seleucids responded via Lysias and a massive army. It was also hard to keep the army supplied with enough to eat, something that Lysias and his forces also struggled with.   Josephus estimates the Seleucid forces at around 55,000 soldiers, including 5,000 cavalry and 80 elephants. The Maccabean forces are estimated to have been around 10,000 to 20,000 strong — vastly outnumbered but in a stronger position due to holding the high ground.   During intense fighting at Beth Zechariah near Jerusalem, Jewish fighters became afraid of the massive war elephants. Demonstrating that the large beasts were nothing to fear, Eleazar attacked an elephant with his sword and stabbed it in the stomach. The elephant reared up and killed him, although it died as well.   Although the Seleucids eventually won this battle and forced the Maccabees to retreat back up into the mountains, Lysias eventually struck a peace deal as noted earlier, leading to the continued power of the Maccabees until Herod eventually took power.   What Does “Maccabee” Really Mean? The Triumph of Judas Maccabeus, by Peter Paul Rubens, 1635, Source: Fine Art America   There is continuing debate about the exact meaning of the word “maccabee.” The Hebrew word “machabi” means “hammer” or “the extinguisher.” This is the most common explanation, that Judas and his brothers’ combat heroism led to the honorary title.   Other theories posit that Maccabee is an acronym for a piece of Torah scripture shouted out by Judas and his brothers in combat, namely “mi chamocha baelim yahweh” or “who is equal to you among the heavenly powers, my God!”   The Maccabees continue to be an inspiration for Jewish people, including during the festival of Hannukah. Maccabi Tel Aviv is also one of the most popular and successful football teams in Israel and was founded in 1906, well before Israel was created. The team’s logo uses a Star of David design, referencing both the Jewish religion and the Jewish national story which heralds back to the Maccabean revolt and beyond.

A Prayer for Freedom from Mom Guilt This Mother’s DayBy Kristine Brown "Are not two sparrows sold for a penny? Yet not one of them will fall to the ground outside your Father's care." (Matthew 10:29 NIV) On Mother's Day, my young adult son gave me the sweetest card. He wrote a message expressing how much he appreciated everything I'd done for him growing up. I couldn't help but get emotional. Seeing his gratitude etched on the page in his own handwriting was a priceless gift for this momma. But right in the midst of that special moment, my mind began wandering back to mistakes I'd made, regrets, and times I felt incapable as a mom. Raising a child is by far the most difficult thing I've ever done. Everything I did impacted this little person God put under my care. Yet often I felt like I was doing this mothering-thing all wrong. So many times throughout the years I fumbled through, questioning my decisions and second-guessing my choices. Then, the second-guessing would lead to mom guilt. I convinced myself that my mistakes would eventually have a negative effect on my child. "Mom guilt" can be a destructive thing if we let it. We want to do our best to bring up our kids in a healthy, loving, and God-honoring environment. But when we put unrealistic expectations on ourselves, self-condemnation can surface, which is not God's will for us. His Word says, "Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus." (Romans 8:1) God wants us to bring our cares and concerns as moms to him. He also wants us to walk confidently with the Holy Spirit in the work he appointed us to do. Matthew 10:29 reveals Jesus' own words to the disciples. "Are not two sparrows sold for a penny? Yet not one of them will fall to the ground outside your Father's care." In the context of this verse, Jesus was giving his twelve disciples the authority to do the work he called them to do. Yet he didn't sugarcoat the intensity of what they would face. He laid it all out before them, then reminded them of their worth in the eyes of God. "So don't be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows." (Matthew 10:31)  Like the disciples, moms are called to important work. Yes, it will be hard. Many days, we will be afraid to make the wrong decision and agonize over every little thing. But we will press on, anyway. Even when we feel like we're failing, we can choose courage instead of fear. Jesus' reminder about our Father's care provides a much-needed pep talk for times when mom guilt makes us question our abilities to raise our children well. This Mother's Day, let me encourage you to find freedom from mom guilt. Jesus awaits with love, understanding, and grace. Let's take our mistakes to Jesus and trust in the Holy Spirit to continue leading the way. Let's pray: Dear God,Thank you for motherhood. The journey is a hard one, but you are always faithful. This Mother's Day, help me reflect on your goodness and grace in my life. Help me let go of mom guilt and find the freedom to enjoy this beautiful work you have called me to do. Lord, most days, I feel like I'm making one mistake after another. I try to pray and do the right things for my child, but I worry about messing up. As moms, we want the best for them. I also know you love my child even more than I do. You are the ultimate Protector and Guide. May your Holy Spirit direct my thoughts, actions, and decisions as a mom. Forgive me for past mistakes and help me live free from guilt and fear of making the wrong choices where my child is concerned. Your Word tells me that we are never outside of your care. Thank you for being the greatest example of a loving parent.In Jesus' name, I pray, Amen. Image credit: Image generated using AI technology with Dall.E2024/ChatGPT For more spiritual growth resources, check out the 5-day email study Walking with Rahab by today's devotion writer, Kristine Brown. You'll find weekly encouragement to help you "become more than yourself through God's Word" at her website, kristinebrown.net. Kristine is the author of the book Cinched: Living with Unwavering Trust in an Unfailing God and its companion workbook. Teach Us to Pray is a FREE prayer podcast hosted by iBelieve writer Christina Patterson. Each week, she gives you practical, real-life tips on how to grow your faith and relationship with God through the power of prayer. To listen to her episode on What to Pray in the Morning for a Worry-Free Day, click below! Now that you’ve prayed, are you in need of someone to pray for YOU? Click the button below! Visit iBelieve.com for more inspiring prayer content. The post A Prayer for Freedom from Mom Guilt This Mother’s Day – Your Daily Prayer – May 12 appeared first on GodUpdates.

A Prayer for Freedom from Mom Guilt This Mother’s DayBy Kristine Brown "Are not two sparrows sold for a penny? Yet not one of them will fall to the ground outside your Father's care." (Matthew 10:29 NIV) On Mother's Day, my young adult son gave me the sweetest card. He wrote a message expressing how much he appreciated everything I'd done for him growing up. I couldn't help but get emotional. Seeing his gratitude etched on the page in his own handwriting was a priceless gift for this momma. But right in the midst of that special moment, my mind began wandering back to mistakes I'd made, regrets, and times I felt incapable as a mom. Raising a child is by far the most difficult thing I've ever done. Everything I did impacted this little person God put under my care. Yet often I felt like I was doing this mothering-thing all wrong. So many times throughout the years I fumbled through, questioning my decisions and second-guessing my choices. Then, the second-guessing would lead to mom guilt. I convinced myself that my mistakes would eventually have a negative effect on my child. "Mom guilt" can be a destructive thing if we let it. We want to do our best to bring up our kids in a healthy, loving, and God-honoring environment. But when we put unrealistic expectations on ourselves, self-condemnation can surface, which is not God's will for us. His Word says, "Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus." (Romans 8:1) God wants us to bring our cares and concerns as moms to him. He also wants us to walk confidently with the Holy Spirit in the work he appointed us to do. Matthew 10:29 reveals Jesus' own words to the disciples. "Are not two sparrows sold for a penny? Yet not one of them will fall to the ground outside your Father's care." In the context of this verse, Jesus was giving his twelve disciples the authority to do the work he called them to do. Yet he didn't sugarcoat the intensity of what they would face. He laid it all out before them, then reminded them of their worth in the eyes of God. "So don't be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows." (Matthew 10:31)  Like the disciples, moms are called to important work. Yes, it will be hard. Many days, we will be afraid to make the wrong decision and agonize over every little thing. But we will press on, anyway. Even when we feel like we're failing, we can choose courage instead of fear. Jesus' reminder about our Father's care provides a much-needed pep talk for times when mom guilt makes us question our abilities to raise our children well. This Mother's Day, let me encourage you to find freedom from mom guilt. Jesus awaits with love, understanding, and grace. Let's take our mistakes to Jesus and trust in the Holy Spirit to continue leading the way. Let's pray: Dear God,Thank you for motherhood. The journey is a hard one, but you are always faithful. This Mother's Day, help me reflect on your goodness and grace in my life. Help me let go of mom guilt and find the freedom to enjoy this beautiful work you have called me to do. Lord, most days, I feel like I'm making one mistake after another. I try to pray and do the right things for my child, but I worry about messing up. As moms, we want the best for them. I also know you love my child even more than I do. You are the ultimate Protector and Guide. May your Holy Spirit direct my thoughts, actions, and decisions as a mom. Forgive me for past mistakes and help me live free from guilt and fear of making the wrong choices where my child is concerned. Your Word tells me that we are never outside of your care. Thank you for being the greatest example of a loving parent.In Jesus' name, I pray, Amen. Image credit: Image generated using AI technology with Dall.E2024/ChatGPT For more spiritual growth resources, check out the 5-day email study Walking with Rahab by today's devotion writer, Kristine Brown. You'll find weekly encouragement to help you "become more than yourself through God's Word" at her website, kristinebrown.net. Kristine is the author of the book Cinched: Living with Unwavering Trust in an Unfailing God and its companion workbook. Teach Us to Pray is a FREE prayer podcast hosted by iBelieve writer Christina Patterson. Each week, she gives you practical, real-life tips on how to grow your faith and relationship with God through the power of prayer. To listen to her episode on What to Pray in the Morning for a Worry-Free Day, click below! Now that you’ve prayed, are you in need of someone to pray for YOU? Click the button below! Visit iBelieve.com for more inspiring prayer content. The post A Prayer for Freedom from Mom Guilt This Mother’s Day – Your Daily Prayer – May 12 appeared first on GodUpdates.