Yes, they dared say no to a powerful Syrian tyrant. They got rid of the idols and rededicated the temple in Jerusalem in those days at this time. Bellow you can see the Israeli army promising to chase away the darkness .

We come to chase the dark away
In our hands are light and fire
Each individual light is small
But together the light is mighty.

Flee, darkness and night
Flee, before the light.

If Hamas rule is not darkness, I do not know what is -

Hamas, the Islamic radical group that controls the Gaza, has enacted a new law that allows for Islamic punishments for those who violate Sharia (Islamic law). This includes cutting off the hands of thieves, whipping those caught drinking alcohol, and crucifying traitors (the new law has a broad interpretation of treason).