Consequently , the orthodox Jews revolted under the leadership of the Hasmonean family ( also known as the Maccabees ) .
A deterioration of relations between hellenized Jews and orthodox Jews led the Seleucid king Antiochus IV Epiphanes to impose decrees banning certain Jewish religious rites and traditions .
The orthodox Jews revolted under the leadership of the Hasmonean family ( also known as the Maccabees ) .
A deterioration of relations between hellenized Jews and orthodox Jews led the Seleucid king Antiochus IV Epiphanes to impose decrees banning certain Jewish religious rites and traditions .