Bible Dictionary
ACCOS
Accos was the grandfather of Eupolemus, whom Judas Maccabeus sent to Rome to negotiate an alliance. The name is also associated with Hakkoz, a priest in David’s time.
Definition
Accos was the grandfather of Eupolemus, whom Judas Maccabeus sent with others to Rome to negotiate a league of friendship and alliance. The name is also identified with Hakkoz, a priest in David’s reign.
Biblical Usage
Accos appears in the account of the Maccabean embassy to Rome. Hakkoz is listed among David’s priestly divisions.
Historical Background
The embassy to Rome took place in 161 BC, according to the supplied material.
Related Figures
Historical Bible Dictionaries
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>ak'-os (Hakchos): The grandfather of Eupolemus, whom Judas Maccabeus sent with others to Rome in 161 BC, to negotiate a "league of amity and confederacy" (1 Macc 8:17). The name occurs In the Old Testament as Hakkoz (haqqots), who was a priest in the reign of David (1Ch 24:10).</p>