c. AD 94

J. AJ 19.170

The Antiquities of the Jews 19.170

Author
Flavius Josephus
Translator
William Whiston

The Antiquities of the Jews

19.170

Flavius Josephus

translated by William Whiston

170and I heartily wish that this quiet enjoyment of it, which we have at present, might continue to all ages. However, this single day may suffice for our youth, as well as for us that are in years. It will seem an age to our old men, if they might die during its happy duration: it may also be for the instruction of the younger sort,