Bible Dictionary
CENDEBAEUS
Cendebaeus was a general appointed by Antiochus VII as commander of the Palestinian seacoast. He fortified Kedron and was defeated by Judas and John, the sons of Simon Maccabeus.
Definition
Cendebaeus was a general of Antiochus VII appointed commander of the Palestinian seacoast. He fortified Kedron and harassed the Jews.
Biblical Usage
When Simon Maccabeus was too old to attack him personally, Simon sent his sons Judas and John. They defeated Cendebaeus with heavy losses at Modin.
Historical Background
Cendebaeus received his appointment after the defeat of Tryphon by Antiochus in 138 BC. His campaign and defeat are recorded in 1 Maccabees 15–16.
Historical Bible Dictionaries
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>sen-de-be'-us (Kendebaios; the King James Version Cendebeus): A general of Antiochus VII who was appointed "captain of the seacoast" of Palestine (1 Macc 15:38 ff) after the defeat of Tryphon by Antiochus 138 BC. He fortified Kedron and harassed the Jews in various ways. As Simon Maccabeus was too old to attack Cendebaeus in person he sent his two eldest sons, Judas and John, who defeated him with great loss at Modin (1 Macc 16:1-10).</p>