1 Maccabees 14:4-6

Good News Translation

⁴ The land of Judea was at peace as long as Simon lived. During his entire reign, he used his position of power and influence to do what was good for his people, and they were always pleased with him as their ruler. ⁵ He added to his reputation when he captured the port of Joppa and opened up the route to the Greek islands. ⁶ He not only enlarged the territory of his nation and gained control of the whole country,