Banquet With The King

Thursday, July 16, 2026

Thoughts on Meditation

Only fools say in their hearts, "There is no God." They are corrupt, and their actions are evil; not one of them does good! God looks down from heaven on the entire human race; He looks to see if anyone is truly wise, if anyone seeks God. Psalm 53:1-2 (A meditation of David.)

Meditate on those verses. That is what David did. Every day I suggest meditating on the scripture for the day.

What is meditation for the Christian? It is not about emptying the mind or achieving inner silence, but about engaging the heart and mind with God’s Word and character. The goal is to commune with God, align our thoughts with His will, and allow His truth to transform the believer’s life. It seeks to heighten the personal relationship based on the love of God and love for God. We need to keep moving towards God. Keep Moving to Keep Moving. If you are not moving towards Him, you are falling away from Him...continually.

Acknowledging that we need the Lord is the best first step in building our relationship with Him. What other things besides reading God’s Word daily will get or keep us spiritually strong? Is just reading the Bible enough? Should we meditate on it? Seriously and deeply think about the meaning of God’s written words? We are given instructions several times in the Bible to do just that. Meditate.

I will meditate on your majestic, glorious splendor and your wonderful miracles. Psalm 145:5 NLT

O God, we meditate on your unfailing love as we worship in your Temple. Psalm 48:9 NLT

May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be pleasing to you, O LORD, my rock and my redeemer. Psalm 19:14 NLT

Open my eyes to see the wonderful truths in your instructions. I am only a foreigner in the land. Don't hide your commands from me! I am always overwhelmed with a desire for your regulations. You rebuke the arrogant; those who wander from your commands are cursed. Don't let them scorn and insult me, for I have obeyed your laws. Even princes sit and speak against me, but I will meditate on your decrees. Your laws please me; they give me wise advice. Psalm 119:18-24 NLT

How I delight in your commands! How I love them! I honor and love your commands. I meditate on your decrees. Zayin Remember your promise to me; it is my only hope. Your promise revives me; it comforts me in all my troubles. The proud hold me in utter contempt, but I do not turn away from your instructions. I meditate on your age-old regulations; O LORD, they comfort me. Psalm 119:47-52 NLT

LORD, sustain me as you promised, that I may live! Do not let my hope be crushed. Sustain me, and I will be rescued; then I will meditate continually on your decrees. But you have rejected all who stray from your decrees. They are only fooling themselves. Psalm 119:116-118 NLT

Study this Book of Instruction continually. Meditate on it day and night so you will be sure to obey everything written in it. Only then will you prosper and succeed in all you do. Joshua 1:8 NLT

God had given Joshua the command to be strong and courageous. He repeated it a couple of times to make sure Joshua got the message. Another command God gave Joshua was to study this Book of Instruction continually. Study all the time—continually. That is, without ceasing. Other translations (KJV and NASB) translate “study” as “the word of the law shall not depart out of thy mouth; but thou shalt meditate….” Concentrate on that verse.

Meditation is also emphasized in another favorite Psalm.

But his delight is in the law of the LORD, and in His law he meditates day and night. Psalm 1:2 NASB

Meditate. Think about and finding delight –joy in God’s word all day and night. God created evening and morning…the light He called “day” and the darkness He called “night” as in Genesis 1:5. Without that would we have only day or only night? We need both to balance out our life—so that we can find rest.

[WHEN?] Meditate on it day and night [WHY?] so you will be sure to obey everything written in it. [HOW?] To obey God’s word, a person has to know it, and knowing it takes an intentional effort. Meditating on the word is one technique for studying God’s word. There is so much more to studying than meditating. If we memorize God’s word, then we have a constant source for mediation.

Even while we are doing other things, we can meditate on God’s word. Those words we have hidden in our hearts, MEMORIZED, so that even when we can’t read it, it is there for us to think about and ponder. For me, I can think on His word…just a verse or so…while I make the bed, brush my teeth, do the dishes, or go for a walk. Multitasking is possible. How about for you? Can you find a time to meditate on God’s word…day and night?

Another word for Meditate is Ponder –

How amazing are the deeds of the LORD! All who delight in him should ponder them. - Psalm 111:2 NLT (Read Psalm 111:1-10)

I remember the days of old. I ponder all your great works and think about what you have done. Psalm 143:5 NLT

Final Thought to flex your spiritual muscles:

Help me understand the meaning of your commandments, and I will meditate on your wonderful deeds. Psalm 119:27

Discussing the Bible with others is really important to me. I think the Holy Spirit moves in among the people with whom I regularly study the Bible and gives us inspiration and understanding that none of us gets on our own. The interaction and discussion are vital to our own spiritual growth. Flexing that spiritual muscle and makes us stronger. It helps us apply God’s word to our lives. Relating words that were written more than two thousand years ago to life today in a different culture sometimes seems nearly impossible…but with God all things are possible and His word is amazingly always relevant. How does He do that? Discuss that with one of your Christian friends soon. Read. Meditate. Study. Apply. That is pretty much the flexing of the spiritual muscle for today. Keep Moving to Keep Moving.

Prayer ~ Lord Jesus, You give us strength to Keep Moving in so many ways. You give us strength physically and spiritually—for we can do all things through You. Help us to encourage others to flex their spiritual muscles, too. Thank You!

Verse of Salvation ~ LORD, sustain me as you promised, that I may live! Do not let my hope be crushed. Sustain me, and I will be rescued; then I will meditate continually on your decrees. Psalm 119:116-117 NLT

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Wednesday, July 15, 2026

He Really is the Son of God!

When they climbed back into the boat, the wind stopped. Then the disciples worshiped him. "You really are the Son of God!" they exclaimed. Matthew 14:32-33

Then he climbed into the boat, and the wind stopped. They were totally amazed, for they still didn't understand the significance of the miracle of the loaves. Their hearts were too hard to take it in. Mark 6:51-52

Then they were eager to let him in the boat, and immediately they arrived at their destination! John 6:21

Meditate. Amazed?

The calm Sea of Galilee.
Immediately their boat was at their destination.
The Peter boat experience - Israel.

From these scripture passages, it looks like the disciples had mixed emotions. They worshiped Jesus as the Son of God after He walked on the water and calmed the sea. Walked on water! Who can do that? I agree with their amazement! Jesus is so powerful—healing people and feeding 5,000 men and their families. They didn’t understand the significance of that miracle of feeding all those people. Do we? Jesus miraculously, after thanking God the Father for the bread and fish, divided those few loaves of bread and a couple of fish between a multitude of people. How can that be? It really was a miracle.

Mark notes that the boat was immediately at their destination. Another miracle? They were probably tired from rowing…and suddenly they were across the Sea of Galilee. Amazing. Jesus continued to do incredible, considerate, and astounding things.

What do we learn about the character of Jesus from these passages written by different individuals? The accounts are all interrelated, happening at the same time. What is Jesus telling us?

Prayer – Lord Jesus, You continue to amaze the disciples…and us. You are powerful and yet compassionate. You are a friend and encourager. Thank You for revealing Yourself to us…to the whole world. Help us not to be hard-hearted, but to understand You and Your mission, recognizing that we need to share You and Your love with others.

Verse of Salvation ~ But let us who live in the light be clearheaded, protected by the armor of faith and love, and wearing as our helmet the confidence of our salvation. 1 Thessalonians 5:8

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Tuesday, July 14, 2026

Look Who is Walking on Water!

Then Peter called to him, "Lord, if it's really you, tell me to come to you, walking on the water." "Yes, come," Jesus said. So Peter went over the side of the boat and walked on the water toward Jesus. But when he saw the strong wind and the waves, he was terrified and began to sink. "Save me, Lord!" he shouted. Jesus immediately reached out and grabbed him. "You have so little faith," Jesus said. "Why did you doubt me?" Matthew 14:28-31

Meditate on trust.

A calm day on the Sea of Galilee, Israel

Can you imagine the trust that Peter felt as he started climbing out of the boat? Didn’t he feel the wind…and see the whitecaps on the Sea of Galilee? No. He was focusing on Jesus—his Lord and Master. The great Teacher. Then Peter felt the wind—not just a little breeze. He saw those white caps and was frightened that he would drown before he got to Jesus. "Save me, Lord!" That is just what we call out to Jesus when we get a little worried—when we doubt. Save me—help me. Those who stayed in the boat worshiped. They could see the miracle of Jesus walking on the water—and didn’t feel compelled to go out and join Him. He would be to the boat soon enough. They could see that He was God’s Son. He had power that no one else had. He could walk on water. If you were there, would you have been getting out of the boat with Peter, or staying in the boat and worshiping Jesus as He walked toward the boat?

Jesus is challenging us to have faith. Don’t doubt that He can help you. How will you respond to Him today? What do you learn about Jesus' character from this passage?

Prayer ~ Dear God—if ever I doubt, help my unbelief. I trust You—Father, Jesus, and Holy Spirit—to work miracles in my life and in that of my family, friends, and neighbors. I worship You in spirit and in truth. May You guide and direct us all as we trust and worship You.

Verse of Salvation ~ For it is by believing in your heart that you are made right with God, and it is by openly declaring your faith that you are saved. Romans 10:10

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Monday, July 13, 2026

Who is Walking on Water?

He saw that they were in serious trouble, rowing hard and struggling against the wind and waves. About three o'clock in the morning Jesus came toward them, walking on the water. He intended to go past them, but when they saw him walking on the water, they cried out in terror, thinking he was a ghost. They were all terrified when they saw him. But Jesus spoke to them at once. "Don't be afraid," he said. "Take courage! I am here!" Mark 6:48-50

They had rowed three or four miles when suddenly they saw Jesus walking on the water toward the boat. They were terrified, but he called out to them, "Don't be afraid. I am here!" John 6:19-20

About three o'clock in the morning Jesus came toward them, walking on the water. When the disciples saw him walking on the water, they were terrified. In their fear, they cried out, "It's a ghost!" But Jesus spoke to them at once. "Don't be afraid," he said. "Take courage. I am here!" Matthew 14:25-27

Meditate on water, walking, wisdom, fear, and courage.

Ancient boat in a museum at the Sea of Galilee.
Thought to be from the time of Jesus.
Found in 1986 in Israel.

It is pretty dark still at three o’clock in the morning. It’s no wonder that the disciples were terrified. They thought that Jesus was a ghost! Jesus is the light of the world—did it seem like He was glowing? Fear! Plain old fear! That is what they felt…and they had nowhere to escape. They were in a boat in the middle of the Sea of Galilee. It is about eight miles wide. It was dark, but here came this figure on top of the water—walking towards them. Not sinking. I’d be afraid, too. How about you? What was the intent of this image?

Then Jesus spoke. "Don't be afraid." "Take courage! I am here!" Courage. Ahhh. They could breathe a sigh of relief. No ghost. They recognized that voice. It was their Teacher, their Rabbi, their friend. Jesus. No fear. Peace and calm. Is that what you would feel if Jesus suddenly appeared out of nowhere to you? Peace. No fear. I think that His commanding voice, peaceful and reassuring, gave them just that…peace. I would trust Jesus at His word. Don’t be afraid. Take courage.

What do we learn about the character of Jesus in this passage?

Prayer – Lord Jesus, thank you for Your reassuring words to not be afraid. I recognize that You are the Son of God…You are God. As written in First John, “All who declare that Jesus is the Son of God have God living in them, and they live in God. We know how much God loves us, and we have put our trust in his love. God is love, and all who live in love live in God, and God lives in them. And as we live in God, our love grows more perfect. So we will not be afraid on the day of judgment, but we can face him with confidence because we live like Jesus here in this world. Such love has no fear, because perfect love expels all fear. If we are afraid, it is for fear of punishment, and this shows that we have not fully experienced his perfect love.”1 John 4:15-18. I trust You—and in that I will take courage…and not be afraid.

Verse of Salvation ~ Dear brothers and sisters, be patient as you wait for the Lord's return. Consider the farmers who patiently wait for the rains in the fall and in the spring. They eagerly look for the valuable harvest to ripen. You, too, must be patient. Take courage, for the coming of the Lord is near. James 5:7-8

Share your thoughts about fear, courage, and trust in the comments below.

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Sunday, July 12, 2026

Are You in Trouble?

Late that night, the disciples were in their boat in the middle of the lake, and Jesus was alone on land. He saw that they were in serious trouble, rowing hard and struggling against the wind and waves. Mark 6:47-48a

But as darkness fell and Jesus still hadn't come back, they got into the boat and headed across the lake toward Capernaum. Soon a gale swept down upon them, and the sea grew very rough. John 6:17-18

After sending them home, he went up into the hills by himself to pray. Night fell while he was there alone. Meanwhile, the disciples were in trouble far away from land, for a strong wind had risen, and they were fighting heavy waves. Matthew 14:23-24

Meditate. Read these verses again. Imagine what the wind felt like and how they were tossed about in their boat.

Only a little light...
shining in the darkness.

It was late when the disciples got into the boat. They had just fed 5,000 men and their families and sent them on their way. It was beginning to get dark. Consider how dark it must have been out there on that water—the Sea of Galilee. It’s not a huge body of water—but they weren’t in a huge boat out in the middle of that lake, also known as the Lake of Tiberias. The wind—a strong wind—came up and they were in trouble. Have you ever felt that way? Big waves and you weren’t to your destination yet? Have you had storms in your life like the disciples were experiencing? Wind and waves.

Where I live, if it is windy, it is best to stay off the Columbia River. The waves can get good-sized white caps when it is windy. One-time, when I was kayaking with friends, the wind came up and…whoa. The waves were crashing over the bow of each of the kayaks. A bit scary! One of the ladies called her husband, and he came to our rescue as we quickly exited the raging river, right into someone's orchard. The storm roared on, but we were safe on land again. I can imagine how scared the disciples were—they knew they were in trouble on that rough sea. Where was Jesus? He saw that they were in trouble. Isn’t that how it is? Jesus sees and knows everything.

Prayer – Lord Jesus—Thank You for always being with us…for not abandoning us even when we are in trouble. You see us…and we know that You will come to the rescue. We can count on You. Did the disciples know that they could rely on You to help them through this trouble?

Verses of Salvation ~ Give thanks to the LORD, for he is good! His faithful love endures forever. Has the LORD redeemed you? Then speak out! Tell others he has redeemed you from your enemies. ... "LORD, help!" they cried in their trouble, and he rescued them from their distress. He led them straight to safety, to a city where they could live. Let them praise the LORD for his great love and for the wonderful things he has done for them. Psalm 107:1-2, 6-8

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Saturday, July 11, 2026

Praying by Himself

Hillside above the Sea of Galilee
Israel

After telling everyone good-bye, he went up into the hills by himself to pray. Mark 6:46

After sending them home, he went up into the hills by himself to pray. Night fell while he was there alone. Matthew 14:23

Meditate on prayer.

Jesus liked to pray by Himself. Just Him and God together. He often rose early or stayed up late to chat with His Father. No distractions. No one hovering around asking questions…or even listening in. Wouldn’t you like to hear just what the Son was saying to the Father…and the Father to the Son?

Prayer – Lord Jesus, You are an awesome God—may Your name always be holy, not just in my eyes, by by everyone. I’m so looking forward to seeing You, face to face—what a great promise when Your Kingdom comes. Please forgive me for my sins—of omission and commission. I’m only human—but I’m still responsible for what I think, say, and do. Thanks for providing everything I need—as well as for my family, friends, and actually everyone, too. I’m delighted that the disciples asked You to teach them to how to pray and that the Lord’s Prayer is recorded for us to follow as an example. “Pray like this: Our Father in heaven, may your name be kept holy. May your Kingdom come soon. May your will be done on earth, as it is in heaven. Give us today the food we need, and forgive us our sins, as we have forgiven those who sin against us. And don't let us yield to temptation, but rescue us from the evil one. Matthew 6:9-13.”

Verses of Salvation ~ Pray in the Spirit at all times and on every occasion. Stay alert and be persistent in your prayers for all believers everywhere. And pray for me, too. Ask God to give me the right words so I can boldly explain God's mysterious plan that the Good News is for Jews and Gentiles alike. Ephesians 6:18-19

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Friday, July 10, 2026

Time for the Boat to Leave

Peter's Boat on the Sea of Galilee
Israel excursion.

Immediately after this, Jesus insisted that his disciples get back into the boat and head across the lake to Bethsaida, while he sent the people home. Mark 6:45

That evening Jesus' disciples went down to the shore to wait for him. But as darkness fell and Jesus still hadn't come back, they got into the boat and headed across the lake toward Capernaum. John 6:16-17

Meditate. Consider disciples’ obedience.

Immediately. Jesus had a plan of action. Send the people home. They’d been fed, physically and spiritually, and it was time for them to go home while they could still travel in the light. Meanwhile, He wanted the disciples to go across the Sea of Galilee to Bethsaida, near Capernaum. What was He going to do? He didn’t tell the disciples. Did you read ahead to see just what happened next?

Jesus always has a plan. He spends time with His Heavenly Father and gets His orders from Him. Pray. Listen. Do. That was just how Jesus’ life went. He followed the orders given to Him. Do you do that? Do I do that? For me, it is just a good habit every morning to ask God what He wants me to do for Him today. Just to be open to obedience and to want to please the Lord is important to me. Is it to you? We all have a choice to make—daily and moment by moment.

Prayer – Lord God, what would You like for me to do for You today? Is it simply to smile at everyone I see, provide food to the homeless, or obediently serve my family? I am Your willing servant.

Verse of Salvation ~ If you openly declare that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. For it is by believing in your heart that you are made right with God, and it is by openly declaring your faith that you are saved. As the Scriptures tell us, "Anyone who trusts in him will never be disgraced." Jew and Gentile are the same in this respect. They have the same Lord, who gives generously to all who call on him. For "Everyone who calls on the name of the LORD will be saved." Romans 10:9-13 NLT

Friday’s Feast at the King’s Table

Give thanks for the food you are about to receive. Jesus just fed 5,000 men and their families. He gave thanks to God (John 6:11) and blessed the food. (Mark 6:41). Do you say a blessing for what God provides for your meal each time you eat? There are many rote prayers that people standardly say as a blessing. Here are some that I heard at some time in my life, and still hear people using today.

God is good. God is great. Let us thank Him for this food. By His hands we all are fed; give us, Lord, our daily bread. Amen.

Bless us, O Lord, and these thy gifts we are about to receive from thy bounty and grace, through Christ Jesus, our Lord. Amen.

Heavenly Father, thank You for this food and for the hands that prepared it. May it strengthen our bodies and spirits. Amen.

Bless this food, O Lord, and bless our time together.

We thank You, Father, for the food before us, the family and friends beside us, and the love between us. Amen.

Lord, bless this food for our use and us for Your service, and keep us ever mindful of the needs of others. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen

No matter what you say—God hears your prayers and the gratefulness of your heart. Continue to express your thanks to Him for all that He provides, whether it is barley loaves and fish or macaroni and cheese.

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Thursday, July 9, 2026

Who Wants to be King?

When the people saw him do this miraculous sign, they exclaimed, "Surely, he is the Prophet we have been expecting!" When Jesus saw that they were ready to force him to be their king, he slipped away into the hills by himself. John 6:14-15

Meditate on this verse about a king.

Who wants to be a King? Some people are born into it—like King Charles and Solomon. But Jesus didn’t want to be King. Not on earth. But He will be King of all kings in Heaven. It is actually expressed several times in different verses in the Bible. King of all kings. That is Jesus, but at this time in His life, biblically, He knew that He didn’t want to be…or would never be the political king for whom the people were looking. (Underlined below for emphasis.)

For, at just the right time Christ will be revealed from heaven by the blessed and only almighty God, the King of all kings and Lord of all lords. 1 Timothy 6:15

Together they will go to war against the Lamb, but the Lamb will defeat them because he is Lord of all lords and King of all kings. And his called and chosen and faithful ones will be with him. Revelation 17:14

On his robe at his thigh was written this title: King of all kings and Lord of all lords. Revelation 19:16

Jesus slipped away. It wasn’t the first time. Another time He slipped away from the crowd when they wanted to toss Him over the cliff in Nazareth (Luke 4:28-30). Jesus was persecuted for disappointing the crowd, and for their hope as a political savior. He wasn’t either. What or who is He to you? King of all kings?

What do you personally learn about Jesus from this passage?

Prayer – Lord Jesus, You are my Lord and Savior—and I recognize You as the King of all kings, all powerful, Son of God. You are awesome and I am humbled that You are my God. I praise You and I thank You for all You have done and will do.

Verse of Salvation ~ You, O God, are my king from ages past, bringing salvation to the earth. Psalm 74:12

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Wednesday, July 8, 2026

You Feed Them

Serve your guests on a Fish & Loaves plate.
Jesus gave thanks...do you?

Late in the afternoon his disciples came to him and said, "This is a remote place, and it's already getting late. Send the crowds away so they can go to the nearby farms and villages and buy something to eat." But Jesus said, "You feed them." "With what?" they asked. "We'd have to work for months to earn enough money to buy food for all these people!" "How much bread do you have?" he asked. "Go and find out." They came back and reported, "We have five loaves of bread and two fish." Then Jesus told the disciples to have the people sit down in groups on the green grass. So they sat down in groups of fifty or a hundred. Jesus took the five loaves and two fish, looked up toward heaven, and blessed them. Then, breaking the loaves into pieces, he kept giving the bread to the disciples so they could distribute it to the people. He also divided the fish for everyone to share. They all ate as much as they wanted, and afterward, the disciples picked up twelve baskets of leftover bread and fish. A total of 5,000 men and their families were fed. Mark 6:35-44

Meditate on food for 5,000.

This story is worthy of another day of study and meditation. You feed them. What?! We don’t have enough money to buy food for 5,000 men and their families. How much bread do you have? Bread was a mainstay in the diet of people—so Jesus multiplied the loaves of bread and a couple of fish to feed the crowd, sitting in groups of fifty or a hundred. When was the last time you hosted 50 or 100 people…if ever? When we have fourteen of our family together, we have a full house, even if we are eating outside! The space needed for 5,000 men, plus their wives and children, which could have been about 20,000 people, would be enormous. Those disciples—as well as all of Jesus’ followers at this meal—learned a great lesson in trusting God to provide.

The crowd was probably pretty hungry at this point since it was late in the afternoon. Jesus was concerned about sending them away weak, but He met their need. God supplied it, and they ate as much as they wanted. These were mainly Jewish people who lived in the region of Bethesda at the southern end of the Sea of Galilee. Jesus came to minister first to the Jews…and later Gentiles were added to His outreach ministry, although we know God never had a plan B, so the Gentiles were always to be included. How reassuring for those of us who do not have Jewish heritage. Believing in Jesus as our Savior is what gives us access to being part of God’s family. Would He still feed us today, as He fed those 5,000 men and their families? Actually, He is still feeding us day by day. The Lord provides. As Psalm 146 tell us—He provides everything—food, justice, freedom, and love.

Praise the LORD! Let all that I am praise the LORD. I will praise the LORD as long as I live. I will sing praises to my God with my dying breath. Don't put your confidence in powerful people; there is no help for you there. When they breathe their last, they return to the earth, and all their plans die with them. But joyful are those who have the God of Israel as their helper, whose hope is in the LORD their God. He made heaven and earth, the sea, and everything in them. He keeps every promise forever. He gives justice to the oppressed and food to the hungry. The LORD frees the prisoners. The LORD opens the eyes of the blind. The LORD lifts up those who are weighed down. The LORD loves the godly. The LORD protects the foreigners among us. He cares for the orphans and widows, but he frustrates the plans of the wicked. The LORD will reign forever. He will be your God, O Jerusalem, throughout the generations. Praise the LORD! Psalm 146:1-10

Praise the Lord!

What understanding of Jesus do you gain from this scripture today?

Prayer – Lord Jesus, I praise You—as long as I live here on earth—and forever in Heaven. Just knowing You fills me with overwhelming joy and continuous hope. You are so powerful—and yet so loving and compassionate. Yes, I praise You and thank you, forever.

Verse of Salvation ~ But to those called by God to salvation, both Jews and Gentiles, Christ is the power of God and the wisdom of God. 1 Corinthians 1:24

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