Even as Book Two of the Psalms closes, we move from raw lament to royal vision. Today’s reading spans four distinct songs—personal cries of David, a memorial psalm for the needy, a lifetime testimony of faithfulness, and Solomon’s only psalm, painting a picture of Israel as it was meant to be: a priestly kingdom, blessed to bless the nations. These chapters echo into the New Testament, linking David’s words to Jesus’ life and pointing us to lessons about worship, sacrifice, and leadership.

✈️ Overview:

• Psalm 69 reveals David’s suffering and prophetic role—its verses foreshadow Jesus’ zeal for God’s house and the sour wine at the cross.

• Psalm 70 ties lament to the “memorial offering,” reminding us even the poor have a way to bring sacrifice before God.

• Psalm 71 captures an older believer’s testimony, modeling how to hand faith down to the next generation with passion.

• Psalm 72, Solomon’s only psalm, envisions a just, abundant kingdom—Israel at its peak as a blessing to the nations and a preview of Christ’s ultimate reign.

🔎 Context Clues:

• Psalms 69–71 are individual laments, reflecting injustice, poverty, and old age.

• Psalm 70’s link to “memorial offerings” shows God’s inclusion of the poor in worship (Leviticus 2; Numbers 5).

• Psalm 72 closes Book Two. Its heading (“Of Solomon”) and the note (“This concludes the prayers of David”) mark a shift in the Psalter.

• Its royal imagery (sea to sea dominion, kings bringing gifts) echoes Solomon’s reign and the Abrahamic promise of global blessing.

🤓 Nerdy Nuggets:

• John 2:17 and all four Gospels quote Psalm 69 to frame Jesus’ passion—“zeal for your house” and “for my thirst they gave me sour wine.”

• David’s insight in Psalm 69:30–31 (“thanksgiving pleases God more than an ox”) anticipates worship beyond sacrifice.

• Psalm 70’s “I am poor and needy” fits its memorial offering theme, showing God’s heart for the marginalized.

• Psalm 71 gives a rare glimpse of lifelong faith: “Even when I am old and gray… I will declare your power to the next generation.”

• Psalm 72 shows two sides of Solomon’s wealth—1 Kings shows its danger; this psalm frames its purpose.

✅ Timeless Truths:

• Lament is not weakness—it’s worship. Honest cries prepare the way for trust.

• God provides ways for all—rich or poor—to approach Him. Worship is about heart posture, not price tag.

• Faithfulness in youth should mature into testimony in old age.

• Power and success are tools—how we steward them determines the outcome.

• David foreshadowed Christ; Solomon’s kingdom foreshadowed His reign. What they glimpsed, we live in full through Jesus.

As Book Two closes, we’re invited to bring our full lives—pain, poverty, age, and power—under God’s rule. Don’t just read these psalms; let them shape your story. Worship like David, steward like Solomon, and follow the One they both point to.

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Even when praise begins in the crowd, it should always lead to personal testimony. These Psalms move from public worship to private thanksgiving, from the tabernacle to the nations, and from the shadow of the Ark to the fulfillment in Christ. Psalm 66 celebrates God’s faithfulness to individuals, Psalm 67 reframes Israel’s blessing as a global calling, and Psalm 68 depicts the King’s triumphant procession—culminating in Paul’s stunning claim that this ancient praise song finds its ultimate fulfillment in Jesus. This is liturgical, physical, and prophetic worship.

✈️ Overview:

• Psalm 66 transitions from corporate worship to personal gratitude—“shout for joy” becomes “come and hear what He has done for me”

• Psalm 67 builds on the priestly blessing (Numbers 6) to frame Israel’s role in global mission

• Psalm 68 paints a military-style procession as the Ark ascends to Jerusalem, filled with shouts, singing, and sacrifice

• These Psalms call for embodied worship—our lips, hands, and voices testifying to God’s goodness

• Paul quotes Psalm 68 in Ephesians 4 to describe Christ’s ascension and the giving of spiritual gifts to the Church

🔎 Context Clues:

• Psalm 66 doesn’t give a historical heading, but it follows the structure of a thanksgiving psalm, likely after personal deliverance

• Psalm 67 has a priestly and agricultural tone, drawing directly from the Aaronic blessing—used during harvest or temple festivals

• Psalm 68 is Davidic and likely reflects the Ark’s movement from Obed-Edom’s house to Jerusalem (2 Samuel 6)

• The first verse of Psalm 68 echoes Numbers 10:35, framing God as a warrior-King scattering His enemies

🤓 Nerdy Nuggets:

• Psalm 66 starts with communal language (shout, sing, say) and narrows to personal (come and hear)

• Psalm 66:18 distinguishes cherishing sin from struggling with sin—a key diagnostic for honest repentance

• Psalm 67 echoes Genesis 12, presenting Israel’s blessing as a call to bless all nations

• Psalm 68 follows a liturgical rhythm: arise (v1), ascend (v18), and enter (v24)

• Paul’s use of Psalm 68:18 in Ephesians 4 reframes the Ark’s ascent as Christ’s victory march, where He gives gifts (apostles, prophets, etc.) to His people

✅ Timeless Truths:

• Praise is commanded—not optional or personality-based

• Personal testimony grows best in the soil of corporate worship

• God blesses His people not just to comfort them—but to reach others through them

• Worship involves obedience—using God’s gifts within His design, not outside of it

• What David glimpsed in shadow, we now live in through the risen Christ and His indwelling Spirit

When David danced, he danced before the Ark’s shadow. We carry the reality. If the Ark’s return was worth a shout, how much more should we rejoice now that God dwells in us? Don’t settle for silent reverence—lift your voice and let your life become a living procession of praise.

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Even in a dry and weary land, David teaches us how to worship with full thirst. These Psalms carry us from the wilderness of longing to the sanctuary of praise, reminding us that God satisfies more deeply than anything else. Whether we’re facing verbal attacks, spiritual dryness, or overwhelmed by God’s abundant blessings, these songs offer language for every emotion—and a God big enough to hold them all.

✈️ Overview:

• Psalm 63 opens with David in the wilderness, modeling desire for God’s presence over physical comfort

• Psalm 64 highlights the danger of evil speech—how the tongue can become a weapon against the righteous

• Psalm 65 shifts the tone to pure praise, celebrating God’s abundance, forgiveness, and provision

• Across these three Psalms, we journey from exile to exaltation—from desperation to doxology

• The human longing for safety, justice, and joy finds its true anchor in God’s steadfast love

🔎 Context Clues:

• David likely wrote Psalm 63 while fleeing from Absalom—exiled from Jerusalem and temple worship

• Psalm 64 reflects the deep psychological toll of slander and conspiracies among powerful enemies

• Psalm 65 may have been used during harvest festivals, praising God as the one who crowns the year with bounty

• Together, these Psalms show how different seasons of life can be held together by the practice of prayer and praise

🤓 Nerdy Nuggets:

• “Your steadfast love is better than life” (Ps. 63) is a Hebrew poetic superlative—God’s love isn’t just nice, it’s better than survival

• The phrase “sharpen their tongues like swords” (Ps. 64) connects violence and speech, showing the spiritual weight of gossip and lies

• Psalm 65 contains a rich creation theology—rivers, grain, overflowing carts—all showing God as gardener and king

• There’s a chiastic structure across these Psalms: longing → attack → blessing, mirroring the shape of many human experiences

• Psalm 65:2 calls God the one “who hears prayer”—a powerful, open invitation for all people to approach

✅ Timeless Truths:

• Spiritual hunger can lead to deeper intimacy—don’t waste the wilderness seasons

• God sees and deals with those who use words to destroy; He is a just defender

• The world may feel chaotic, but God governs creation with order, rhythm, and grace

• Praise isn’t just reactive—it’s proactive, shifting our focus from pain to provision

• God’s abundance reaches both the external world and our inner lives—He satisfies fully

In your own wilderness, when words cut deep or blessings feel far off, these Psalms remind you: God is still worthy, still listening, and still enough. Let this chapter fuel your worship and reframe your perspective today.

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Even when life feels like chaos from every direction—north, south, inside, and out—David shows us how to center our soul on the only unshakable source of help. These Psalms come from moments of military tension, personal betrayal, and deep inner weariness. Whether you’re under external pressure or wrestling with internal noise, David teaches us to lead with humility, wait in silence, and trust God’s deliverance—even when it hasn’t arrived yet.

✈️ Overview:

• These Psalms explore distress, strategic warfare, personal leadership, and soul-level rest

• David reflects on national defeat, prays during seasons of exile, and models patient confidence in God

• Themes include failed human help, political chaos, family betrayal, and learning to rest even when answers feel delayed

• They show us that God’s help is not just strategic or timely—it’s sovereign, silent, and sure

🔎 Context Clues:

• Psalm 60 connects to 2 Samuel 8, where David faces battles on multiple fronts (north with the Arameans, south with Edom)

• Psalm 61 likely stems from his flight from Absalom, based on the reference to “the king’s life” (v.6)

• Psalm 62 is tied to the worship leader Jeduthun (1 Chronicles 16 & 25), showing this was likely part of public worship

• These Psalms are not random—they track with real events in David’s reign and spiritual formation

🤓 Nerdy Nuggets:

• The “Valley of Salt” is a real geographic low point in the south—its mention underscores how vulnerable Israel was

• The word “help” in Psalm 60 is ezer, the same Hebrew word used for Eve and also applied to God (showing strength, not weakness)

• Psalm 62 uses two powerful Hebrew ideas: “rest” (NIV) and “silence” (NRSV), both pointing to inner stillness rooted in trust

• Psalm 62 is structured with parallel repetition, emphasizing unshakable faith even before visible outcomes

✅ Timeless Truths:

• The defeat you experience may be divine correction, not just random failure

• Leadership under pressure reveals where your trust truly lies—human alliances or divine help

• God’s “yes” may precede His visible action—maturity means learning to rest in the silence

• Real faith knows how to wait quietly without anxiety, letting God’s answer be enough before the breakthrough comes

Whether you’re worn out from the fight, feeling betrayed, or just waiting on a promise to come through—these Psalms teach you how to rest in God’s voice, trust in His timing, and stay anchored even in uncertainty. Let your soul get quiet today, and remember: His answer is enough.

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Even when you’re being hunted, you don’t have to become a hunter. Today’s Psalms—each written in a season of distress—reveal David’s restraint, integrity, and refusal to take vengeance into his own hands. All three Psalms are Miktams (silent prayers) sung to the tune Do Not Destroy, a poetic echo of both Moses’ intercession and David’s refusal to strike Saul. From betrayal to mercy, from persecution to praise, these Psalms are a masterclass in spiritual self-control.

✈️ Overview:

• All three Psalms were written during seasons of intense pressure, pursuit, and betrayal

• Psalm 57 finds David hiding in a cave, crying out for mercy while resisting retaliation

• Psalm 58 becomes a prophetic cry against corrupt leadership and injustice

• Psalm 59 captures the paranoia and pain of being watched and hunted in your own home

• Together, they reveal a repeated pattern: David pleads, trusts, and ends in praise—even before the rescue arrives

🔎 Context Clues:

• Psalm 57 is set in the cave of En Gedi (1 Samuel 24), where David spares Saul’s life despite having the upper hand

• Psalm 59 takes place during Saul’s attempted assassination of David (1 Samuel 19), as soldiers watch his house

• Psalm 58 lacks a narrative heading but is framed by the other two as part of a literary chiasm

• All three Psalms share the same musical instruction: To the tune of “Do Not Destroy”—a phrase that echoes Moses’ plea in Deuteronomy 9 and David’s restraint in 1 Samuel 26

🤓 Nerdy Nuggets:

• The phrase “Do Not Destroy” ties David’s actions to Moses’ intercession and God’s merciful character

• Miktam likely comes from the Hebrew root for “cover,” hinting at secret prayers or atonement

• Psalm 58 uses courtroom and predatory language to describe injustice and betrayal

• These Psalms reveal more than poetic flair—they reflect theological restraint and moral clarity under pressure

✅ Timeless Truths:

• Bad leadership doesn’t have to corrupt your character

• Vengeance belongs to God—not you

• Your restraint says more about your maturity than your passion ever will

• God covers and protects those who choose obedience over revenge

• Sometimes the most spiritual thing you can do is not act—even when you could

Even in moments of danger, David chose dignity. These Psalms aren’t just about surviving betrayal—they’re about letting God be God, even when justice feels delayed. Read, reflect, and let these truths shape your own response to adversity.

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Even faithful leaders have seasons of fear, betrayal, and desperation. Today’s Psalms trace David’s emotional rollercoaster as he flees betrayal, hides from enemies, and pours out his soul to God in whispered prayers. From trusted friends turning on him to enemy armies closing in, David models raw lament, bold honesty, and surprising confidence in God’s deliverance—even before it happens. These Psalms remind us that we’re never too broken, betrayed, or afraid to cry out in faith.

✈️ Overview:

• A trio of Psalms expressing personal pain, betrayal, fear, and unwavering hope

• These are silent, vulnerable prayers written during David’s darkest moments of exile

• David shifts from desperate pleas to declarations of deliverance—even before the rescue arrives

• Themes include trust amidst fear, betrayal by close friends, and the courage to keep praising in pain

🔎 Context Clues:

• Psalm 54 reflects the events of 1 Samuel 23, when the Ziphites betrayed David to Saul

• Psalm 56 is rooted in 1 Samuel 21, where David flees to Gath and pretends to be insane to survive

• Psalm 55 is a general cry of lament—marked by heartbreak from betrayal by a close friend

• These Psalms come from David’s wilderness years, when he was hunted and hiding

• All three chapters are marked by David’s progression from fear to faith

🤓 Nerdy Nuggets:

• The phrase “God is my help” in Psalm 54 uses the Hebrew word ezer, also used for Eve in Genesis

• Psalm 56 is one of five miktam Psalms in Book Two—likely secret prayers or whispered pleas

• David says “You have delivered me” before deliverance occurs—revealing a theology of already-fulfilled faith

• Psalm 55’s betrayal lament mirrors Jesus’s own experience with Judas (and speaks to our modern relational wounds)

✅ Timeless Truths:

• Real prayer moves from panic to praise—even before the outcome changes

• God’s help is not weak—it’s the kind of strength that sustains you when you’re hunted or hurt

• Betrayal cuts deepest when it comes from someone close, but even that pain is not foreign to God

• You don’t have to pretend in prayer—David shows us how to bring our full fear, hurt, and hope to God

• Deliverance often begins with faith declarations, not changed circumstances

Even in your lowest moments, God hears. Whether you’re hiding in a cave, crying in the dark, or navigating the ache of betrayal—these Psalms give language to your lament and hope for your healing. Keep showing up. Keep praying. It’s already done.

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Even the best leaders fail—but what you do next defines everything. Today’s Psalms tackle three soul-shaking themes: confession, confrontation, and clarity. From David’s raw prayer after moral collapse, to a poetic takedown of a traitor, to a searing reflection on what true foolishness looks like—these chapters show us how to come clean, confront evil, and live with holy discernment.

✈️ Overview:

• This trio of Psalms explores sin, justice, and wisdom from a deeply spiritual lens

• We witness personal repentance, public rebuke, and prophetic insight—all through poetic prayer

• These aren’t detached reflections; they’re blood-earnest responses to real failures and real villains

• They show us how to respond to sin—both our own and others’—with courage, humility, and spiritual clarity

🔎 Context Clues:

• Psalm 51 follows David’s darkest chapter—after adultery, cover-up, and murder, he finally breaks before God

• The background to Psalm 52 involves Doeg the Edomite, whose betrayal led to a priestly massacre (1 Samuel 22)

• Psalm 53 echoes Psalm 14, but with a shift in tone—reminding us that foolishness isn’t about intellect, it’s about rebellion

• All three Psalms model a distinctly Hebrew worldview: sin is communal, repentance is holistic, and justice is theological

🤓 Nerdy Nuggets:

• “Cleanse me with hyssop” is more than metaphor—it’s a callback to ritual purification from diseases like leprosy

• The phrase “create in me a clean heart” uses the Hebrew word bara—a word usually reserved for God’s acts of creation

• Psalm 52 is structured like a prophetic lawsuit: accusation, evidence, and divine sentence

• The repetition between Psalm 14 and 53 suggests liturgical reuse, with Elohim (God) used instead of Yahweh (LORD) in Psalm 53

• Psalm 51’s structure moves from inner cleansing → outer witness → restored worship—confession isn’t the end; it’s a beginning

✅ Timeless Truths:

• You’re never too far gone to be forgiven

• Brokenness is a better offering than performance

• Calling out evil is an act of worship

• Confession must be thorough, not selective

• The fool isn’t just irreligious—they’re resistant to accountability and correction

You don’t need to hide your failures from God. He sees it all—and still invites you back. Let these Psalms guide your repentance, strengthen your discernment, and remind you: God doesn’t despise a broken heart. He rebuilds from it.

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Even truth can become dangerous when it’s incomplete. In today’s reading, we explore three Psalms that call us to worship, wisdom, and deeper reflection. One celebrates Zion as God’s city of protection. Another warns us not to place our trust in wealth. And the third reminds us that rituals mean nothing without righteousness. Whether you’re tempted to rely on your bank account, your religious habits, or your spiritual pedigree—these Psalms call us back to the heart of God.

✈️ Overview:

• Psalm 48 praises Jerusalem as the City of God, protected by His presence—not military might

• Psalm 49 delivers wisdom about the futility of riches and the false security wealth provides

• Psalm 50 challenges empty ritualism, calling God’s people to covenant obedience and sincere worship

• Together, these Psalms confront our idols, expose misplaced trust, and remind us that God desires our hearts, not our habits

🔎 Context Clues:

• Psalms 48 and 49 are written by the sons of Korah, descendants of the priest who once rebelled in Numbers 16

• Psalm 50 introduces a new voice: Asaph, David’s chief musician and a foundational figure in shaping musical worship

• Zion theology (God’s protection of Jerusalem) is strong in Psalm 48, but historical context shows this protection was conditional on obedience

• Psalm 49 echoes Ecclesiastes in tone, reinforcing themes of mortality and wisdom

• Psalm 50 features a theophany—God calling heaven and earth as witnesses, just like He did when establishing covenant in Deuteronomy

🤓 Nerdy Nuggets:

• Psalm 48 reflects ancient Zionism, yet history proves Jerusalem’s fall when God’s presence departed

• Psalm 49’s repetition of “like the beasts that perish” (vv. 12, 20) draws a clear line between wisdom and animal-like foolishness

• The “right hand of God” in Psalm 49:15 isn’t metaphorical fluff—it’s covenantal language of divine rescue from Sheol (the realm of the dead)

• Psalm 50 references the Ten Commandments and uses covenant treaty imagery—God isn’t against sacrifice, but He is against spiritual hypocrisy

• Ezra 2:41 shows Asaph’s descendants playing a crucial role in post-exilic temple worship—linking musical leadership to national restoration

✅ Timeless Truths:

• You can sing the right songs and still hold false assumptions about God

• A half-truth can do more damage than a full lie—be wary of incomplete theology

• Wealth might impress people, but it can’t ransom your soul

• Worship without obedience is noise—not praise

• True wisdom humbles itself before the One who holds power over life, death, and eternity

In a world obsessed with status, wealth, and appearances, these Psalms bring us back to reality. Don’t build your life on superstition, riches, or routine—build it on a God who sees your heart, calls you to obedience, and rescues your soul from the grave.

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Royal Psalms don’t just speak of battles—they celebrate weddings, worship, and world dominion. Today’s reading highlights God’s kingship over creation, His covenant love through a royal marriage, and His cosmic authority over every nation. Whether you feel caught in chaos or longing for a King worth following, these Psalms center your heart on the One who reigns above it all—and welcomes you into His royal family.

✈️ Overview:

• Psalm 45 offers a poetic glimpse into divine royalty, blending ancient ceremony with eternal promise

• Psalm 46 shifts from celebration to security, reminding us that God is our refuge when the earth gives way

• Psalm 47 bursts with global praise—inviting all peoples to recognize God as the rightful ruler of the world

• These Psalms combine beauty, power, and inclusivity in a vision of God that comforts and commands

• The thread running through them? God’s kingship is personal, protective, and ultimately global

🔎 Context Clues:

• Psalm 45 was likely performed during a real royal wedding, but its messianic overtones point beyond human kings

• The city of Tyre in Psalm 45:12 signals a royal marriage with international implications—possibly Solomon or Ahab

• Psalm 46 echoes ancient creation language, picturing God as the One who stills the chaos just like in Genesis 1

• Psalm 47 may have been used in post-exile temple worship, expanding Israel’s vision of God’s rule to include all nations

• All three were written by the sons of Korah, Levite musicians whose family legacy moved from rebellion to redemption

🤓 Nerdy Nuggets:

• Psalm 45 uses the Hebrew word for “anointed” (mashiach), directly connecting the king to messianic hope

• “Lily of the sons of Korah” likely refers to a specific tune used in ancient temple liturgy

• Psalm 46 is arranged chiastically, with themes mirrored around a central declaration of God’s presence

• Selah breaks in Psalm 46 aren’t filler—they create reflective space between intense scenes of cosmic upheaval

• Psalm 47’s repetition of “sing praises” forms a rhythmic call to worship that’s both poetic and participatory

✅ Timeless Truths:

• God’s reign isn’t threatened by the noise of nations or the panic of people

• Worship reorients your vision—especially when life feels chaotic

• God is not just near in peace; He is present in the storm

• Beauty, strength, and joy are found in the King and His Kingdom

• Every nation, language, and tribe is invited to clap, sing, and shout to the Lord of all

When the world feels unstable, these Psalms invite you to lift your eyes to the throne that never shakes. Your God is not just your refuge—He is the reigning King. Sing with confidence. Stand in awe. Worship the One who reigns over all.

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Even faithful people can have downcast souls. In today’s Psalms, we encounter spiritual thirst, corporate lament, and raw honesty in exile. The sons of Korah—descendants of a rebel priest—write these Psalms far from home, grieving their separation from God’s temple and longing for His presence. Their worship is soaked in memory, humility, and hope. Whether you’re wrestling with your emotions or fighting to stay faithful, these Psalms offer a voice to your struggle—and a path forward.

✈️ Overview:

• These Psalms reflect spiritual depression, communal exile, and deep longing for God’s presence in the temple

• Psalm 42–43 form a unified lament: a desperate plea for restoration and revival in the midst of spiritual drought

• Psalm 44 shifts to corporate remembrance—recounting God’s faithfulness while acknowledging present defeat

• Together, they teach us to worship in pain, to remember God’s victories, and to resist false sources of deliverance

🔎 Context Clues:

• All three Psalms were written by the sons of Korah, Levites descended from the man who led a rebellion against Moses in Numbers 16

• The likely backdrop is 2 Kings 14:14, where Northern Israel’s King Jehoash raided Jerusalem and took temple singers captive to Samaria

• Psalm 42 & 43 are one literary unit—note the identical chorus repeated in both (42:11 and 43:5)

• Psalm 44 closes with communal mourning, not individual grief—signaling this is a national wound, not just a personal one

🤓 Nerdy Nuggets:

• “As the deer pants for water” (Psalm 42:1) isn’t poetic fluff—it’s a visceral metaphor of exile and worship withdrawal

• “Sons of Korah” is redemption in action: descendants of a disgraced rebel now lead Israel in worship through inspired Psalms

• In Book 2 of Psalms (Psalms 42–72), the title Elohim is used far more than Yahweh, marking a shift from personal to corporate focus

• Psalm 44:3 affirms that Israel’s past victories weren’t by “their sword” but by God’s right hand—a theological declaration of humility

✅ Timeless Truths:

• You can be deeply faithful—and still feel deeply forgotten

• Worship is not always triumphant; sometimes it’s tear-soaked and weary

• Humility means recognizing God’s hand, not your sword, brought the victory

• Even when you don’t feel God’s presence, your hope can still sing

• Lament is a form of worship—and remembering God’s past faithfulness is a strategy for survival in the present

When you’re in a season of exile, dryness, or confusion—these Psalms teach you how to process your emotions, remember God’s faithfulness, and wait with hope. You’re not alone in your downcast soul. Worship anyway.

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