The account of the Jewish warrior Eleazar, who attacked an elephant believed to be carrying the king of Syria (an enemy of God) and was crushed to death, is given in:

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The account of Eleazar is given in 1 Maccabees 6:42-46 in the context of the Maccabean revolt against the Seleucid Empire. This account provides a significant example of Jewish honor and courage in the face of great opposition, and has become an important example of resistance against tyranny and oppression.

The Account of the Jewish Warrior Eleazar, Who Attacked an Elephant