👉 The term "maccabaeus" is a name used by Jews in the ancient Near East and Greece to refer to the Jewish people. It was originally used for the entire tribe of Judah, but later it was expanded to include other tribes and ethnic groups as well. The word "maccabaeus" has been used in various ways throughout history, including as a term of endearment or affection towards someone who is associated with a specific group or ethnicity.
