Curated OER
The Maccabees and Their Place in Jewish History
Students assume the role of a journalist employed by time Warner to examine data about the long-lost cave contining the tombs of Maccabees. A two page spread is created for the weekend edition of the magazine.
Other
Conference of Catholic Bishops: 2 Maccabees
A scholarly discussion of the author, history, and organization of 2 Maccabees. Includes textual references and footnotes.
University of Calgary
University of Calgary: Hellenism Revisited
This University of Calgary site defines Hellenism. It also discusses Hellenism and its relationship with Judaism. Descriptions of Maccabees as Hellenists are included.
University of Pennsylvania
The University of Pennsylvania: Martyrdom in Fourth Maccabees
A doctoral article which discusses martyrdom in 4 Maccabees. Includes several quotes, textual analysis, and a bibliography.
Other
Akhlah: Hanukkah
Learn more about Hanukkah with this resource. There are craft ideas, recipes, and blessings in Hebrew.
Other
Torah Tots: Chanukah
What do you know about the history of Chanukah? Use this informative site to learn more about this Jewish holiday.
Other
Into His Own: Maccabean Revolt
Provides various Old Testament references which provide information on the Maccabean Revolt.
Luther Seminary
Bible Tutor: 3 Maccabees
This site from The Bible Tutor briefly summarizes the contents of 3 Maccabees. The information is short but factual and is worth checking out for a background on the subject.
University of St. Andrews (UK)
University of St. Andrews: School of Divinity: 4 Maccabees
Discusses 4 Maccabees in the context of the political climate of the time.
Other
Piney: Fourth Maccabees: Text and Analysis
Provides electronic text, analysis and explanation for this interesting book, 4 Maccabees, in the Christian Apochrypha.
New Advent
Catholic Encyclopedia: The Books of Machabees
Discusses the contents, authorship, and sources of 1 Maccabees. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference source and should be viewed in the context of resource material dated around 1910.
Luther Seminary
Bible Tutor: 1 Maccabees
This site from The Bible Tutor briefly discusses the contents of 1 Maccabees. The information is very short but factual and is worth checking out for a background on the subject.
Luther Seminary
Bible Tutor: 4 Maccabees
The Bible Tutor provides a brief but factual overview of the book of 4 Maccabees from the Apocrypha. The information is very short but interesting and is only one paragraph in length.