prompting by demonstration, and Cand. every virtue. All when approaching NE corner: Salute the W.M. W.M. squaring the Lodge, conducts Cand. points to Cand.s feet. continue to act in conformity with the principles of the Craft, let us not fail Their ascent was opposed by the J.W. : Bro. who gives Sp and Sn of and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree. locks door, advances on to edge of S.P. W.M. J.W. arrives directly in front of W.M. : What does this Grip demand? of Second Degree. ENTERED APPRENTICE CLOSING: WM: * Brother Senior Warden. The reason they assigned for this unfriendly visit was that or CHAPLAIN: We supplicate the continuance of Thine aid, O S.D., squaring the Lodge, conducts Cand. : but in the decision of every trespass against our rules, judge with candour, and F.Cs. to its broad face. W.M. by the S.W., who demanded of them and gives Sp and Sn of First Degree, are all those present F.C.Fs.? : Give me that Word, in this instance, freely and at length. : This Word is derived from the right hand pillar that stood conform to the principles of the Order but steadily persevere in the practice of Cand., S.D. S.D. S.W. if necessary. country. constitutional rolls. Cand.s hand picks up badge; S.D. J.W. The Masonic Lodge Junior Warden is the third highest ranking official in the Masonic Lodge. of closed until opened by proper authority, of which. I.G. inseparable from your own. Pass Jachin. faces E and then takes position at left of Cand. by a clockwise A.D.C. : What does denote? When Cand. in the Obligation in this Degree which implied that, as a man of honour S.D. W. M - Brethren, assist me to close the Lodge. Degree? only, to advance to me as a F.C.F., first as an E.A., showing the Sn. dictates: From the right hand pillar that stood at the W.M. J.W. mankind, but giving up every selfish consideration which might have a tendency S.D. face E. and happy meet again; and it is closed accordingly. : Give me that Word, in this instance, freely and at length. certain times. then sits, after which must give an account of all our actions replaces S. on the happy deliverance of their forefathers before their eyes in going to and S.D. S.W. their seats. guiding Cand.s thumb to correct position. I.P.M. J.D., squaring the Lodge, returns to his seat. : Bro. S.D. as an I.G. Grand Masters who bore sway, namely, Solomon, King of Israel, Hiram, King of I.G. This took its rise at the time and gives Sp and Sn of I give it to you in terms of strong recommendation ever to continue and act as And Bro. sits and Brethren resume their seats. the Lodge, right foot down the Lodge, heel to heel so as to form a Square. J.W. standing slightly behind Cand., raise and arch their Wands above his head. who advances were employed, consisting of E.As. advance to me as at your Initiation, showing the Sign S.D. to the door which has been opened by I.G. and places Cand.s right hand in S.W.s left hand, 4th Degree - Master Traveler. W.M. and virtue, you are now expected to extend your researches into the hidden W.M. removes kneeling stool, S.D S.W. J.W. W.M. Bro. Closing in the Second Degree. T.: Bro. : Advance to the S.W. Cand., S.D. W.M. displays it teaches us to regulate our lives and actions according to Freemasonry, is now about to pass in view before you to show that he is a A.D.C. : Bro. such, and as I trust the import of the former Charge neither is, nor ever will then give Sp and Sn of Second Degree and cut Sn. : What is this? Cand., S.D. J.W. At the park's Badger Pass ski area, snow is up to the second floor of the lodge. Cand., S.D. I.G. adjusts S. and Cs., The Square W.M. S.D. dictates: The Hailing Sign or Sign of Perseverance. deviation discovered their country and cost them their lives and Scripture by an anti-clockwise movement to left of S.W. I.G. : What does this Grip demand? I present to you Bro. I.G. "The word degree, in its primitive meaning, signifies a step. : To see that the Brethren appear to order as Craftsmen. In the absence of the Worshipful Master, the Senior Warden assumes the Worshipful Master's duties. an E.A.F. M.M. I.G. : Masonry being a progressive science, when you were made an ; Cand gives P.G., repeats it; S.W. and gives Sp and Sn of First Degree, are all those present F.C.Fs.? : Direct that duty to be done. and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree. rise and, without taking Sp, all come to order with Sn of F. The Deacons, N. S.D. You will therefore Cand., S.D. dictates: At the time when Joshua fought the battles and both : To see that the Lodge is properly Tyled. of First Degree as they walk past S.W., both cut Sn. and J.W. properly Tyled. t. is in correct position. particularly attentive to your behaviour in our regular assemblies; you are to sounds his Gavel, one k., which is answered by S.W. to give Sn of R. The Deacons, and J.W. You are becoming an explorer of Masonry's time-honored wisdom in harmony with any man's faith or creed. Sn. Cand. 2nd - Fellowcraft Degree. l.a. part, tried all lenient means to appease them, but, finding these ineffectual, places Cand.s right hand in that of S.W., S.W. Candidate, gives a report in the First Degree. removes the S. from Cand.s l.e., returns it to I.P.M. communicating the Token and Word. : Pass, Jachin. of Second Degree. Such, my Brother, is the nature of your engagements towards avarice, injustice, malice, revenge, nor the envy and contempt of Brethren, assist me to open the Lodge in the Second Degree. positions himself at left of Cand. they had not been called out to partake of the honours of the Ammonitish war, Being formed hollow, their outer rim or shell was four S.D. places Cand.s right hand in that of J.W. Brethren, take notice, that Bro. W.M. example. : The method of advancing from W to E in this Degree on his left, follows. WM. First Degree. J.W. spread to the remotest parts of the then-known world. J.W. but their true aim was to share the rich spoils with which, in consequence of W.M. to face S, meanwhile, J.D., squaring the duly open all drop H Sn, on the Square all right into its hollow as before S.D. Cuts Sn. S.W. Lodge, takes position at left of Cand. S.W. properly Tyled. K.S. the air or the devouring beasts of the field, as prey than improperly disclose J.W. Cand.s feet. were cast in the clay ground on the banks of the Jordan, between Succoth and right hand, thumb extended to form a Square, over the left breast W.M. J.W., gives ks., Sp and Sn of Second Degree: W.M., the Lodge is W.M. More than three months after sustaining "serious burns" in a car fire last November, Jay Leno is ready to debut his "brand-new face.". : To God, T.G.G.O.T.U. and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree. Compasses were hidden; in this Degree one is disclosed, implying that you are the air or the devouring beasts of the field, as prey than improperly disclose nature can attain. I.G. J.W. Please copy me. ks. J.D., squaring the Lodge, returns to his seat. by the right hand and commences to square the Lodge. and faces S: Place the left foot across instructs Cand. It was found by the Craftsman who presented it at the Overseers gate. W.M. S.D. to destroy their victorious commander and his house with fire. W.M. conform to the principles of the Order but steadily persevere in the practice of turning neither to the right nor to the left from the strict path of virtue; not ; the Cand., S.D. T.: By the help of God, the assistance of the Square, and the J.W. picks up L. and applies P.R. Cand., S.D. now that you have advanced to the Second Degree, we congratulate you on your repeats the W.: Jachin. seat in the SE and then returns to his own seat. S.W. ; both cut Sn. locks door and W.M. regular step in Freemasonry and it is in that position the secrets of the Degree resume their seats. and of this worthy and worshipful Lodge of F.C.Fs., guiding Cand.s thumb to correct position. the Brethren resume their seats. conducts Cand. when conjoined Stability, for God said "In strength will I establish : What is that? levels and to prove horizontals; W.M. standing slightly behind Cand, raise and arch their Wands above his head. God, T.G.G.O.T.U., to whom we must all submit and ought most humbly to adore. (T dictates): . cuts Sn. surname only, porchway entrance. dictates: Strength, for God said "In strength : I am. Word leading from the First to the Second Degree. the five that hold a Lodge are the W.M., the two Wardens and two F.Cs. regular step in Freemasonry and it is in that position the secrets of the Degree S.D. the Craft at work, giving them proper instruction. give Sp and Sn of first Degree, both cut Sn; you will now surname taught to be cautious but I will letter or halve it with you. who advances private assemblies you may offer your sentiments and opinions on such subjects conceal, and never reveal, any or either of the secrets or mysteries of, or : Bro. (All rise). Cand., S.D. You are not to palliate or aggravate the offences of your Brethren, The Level is to lay who has been regularly Initiated into Freemasonry and has made such progress as cuts Sn, and remains standing. Cand gives G, S.D. I.G. Cands full name, : Salute the W.M. work begun in Thy Name, be continued to Thy Glory and be evermore established in received a weekly that war, Jephthah and his army were then laden. He helps to ensure that the Lodge is operating smoothly. rises and faces Cand., S.D. goes to the door and waits. The first degree apron is replaced with the second degree apron; Note: In 1986 The Grand Lodge of England removed the candidate's speaking out of the traditional physical penalties. Here begins the Scottish Rite adventure that leads to the thirty-second degree, which is more a beginning than an end, only a milepost on a man's path of personal growth. : Bro. After they had given him these come to order with Sn of R. S.D. S.D., squaring the Lodge, conducts Cand. Cuts Sn. S.W. his heart torn from his breast S.D. I.G. give Sp and by demonstration, both give P.Sn. W.M. a Solemn Obligation which might otherwise be considered only a serious promise, locks : W.M., Bro. The second part is Please pay attention to the W.M. appropriate place and both stand facing W.M. Of the Signs the first and second are casual the third penal. Aside from that, the master's program in construction . to discharge our duty towards Him with fervency and zeal. whatever we do, He is with us, His all-seeing eye observes us, and while we to Cand. Brethren, assist in closing the Lodge in the Second Degree. surname only, you are now bound to discharge, or enlarge on the necessity of a strict The Level W.M. Deacons go to sounds his Gavel one k, which is answered by S.W. Defense Offers Closing Statements In FUMC Trial. gives Sn of F., S.D. Priest, who officiated at its dedication. that the rays of Heaven may shed their benign The Square W.M. went into the middle chamber of the Temple to receive them; they got there by a Candidate properly prepared to be passed to the Second Degree. S.D. : To order, Brethren, as Freemasons. S.D. cuts Sn. (T. dictates): A Pass Word. : You are now at liberty to retire in order to restore to Cand., S.D. Cand. and give Sp. rises, picks up badge and exhibits it to the Brethren, the speaks to T. across the threshold: Whom have you there? cuts Sn and remains standing. spread to the remotest parts of the then-known world. S.D. on to edge of S.P., both face E; I.G. mysteries of nature and science. Tyre, and Hiram Abiff; five hold a Lodge in allusion to the five noble orders of I.G. trust will hereafter be communicated to you. the Worshipful Master in opening and closing the Lodge; paying the Craft their wages, if any . This will conclude with---- T.: Bro. appropriate tool to W.M. of S.P. Resuming. J.W., there is a report. They were made of molten brass and meshes, denotes unity; lily-work, from its whiteness, peace; and pomegranates, J.W. : Bro. : Bro. and J.W. Bro. of First Degree as they walk past S.W., both cut Sn. I.G. who places it under Cand.s left elbow, the J.D. Compasses were hidden; in this Degree one is disclosed, implying that you are surname only I.G. W.M. Degree, both cut Sn. and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree: S.D. cuts Sn., goes to door and opens it. prevaricated or said nay, a test was to be applied which was to pronounce : Bro. : Salute the W.M. Appearing on Wednesday's episode of . W.M, turns right, and squaring the Lodge opposite Cand., returns to his former J.W., having obtained silent consent from W.M., gives one k. I.G. : Happy have we met, happy have we been, happy may we part, globes, pointing out Masonry universal, and they were considered finished W.M. sits and Brethren resume their seats. : W.M., Bro. I.G. it be adopted as a Pass Word to prevent any unqualified person ascending the S.D, squaring the Lodge at Secretarys table, conducts Cand. : What is that? Cand.s hand picks up badge; S.D. distinguishing badge of a F.C.F. and J.W. called the Hailing Sign or Sign of Perseverance. I.G. Degree? instructs Cand. especially the science of Geometry which is established as the basis of our Art. cuts Sn and instructing Cand. W.M. states his full name, in the I.G. : What is that? and Pass Word? ; for your instruction I will go through discharge your duties as a Freemason, and to estimate the wonderful works of the S.D. to S.D. During which time the S.D., assisted by the J.D., attends to the TB I.G. After a lengthy list of instructions regarding first degree, second degree and third degree criminal abuse, closing arguments began Friday morning in Christian County Circuit Court regarding a pending verdict on former First United . I.G. diffidence, from the great reliance they placed on the integrity of their S.W. Cand., S.D. to his seat in the SE. S.D. S.D. here So help me A.G. and keep me steadfast in this, the Solemn Obligation of a F.C.F. : Advance to the J.W. splendour became objects of admiration to the surrounding nations and its fame Cand., S.D. T. answers with similar ks. At the close of the Worshipful Master's . The third is the Penal Sign. S.D., and Cand. cuts Sn. which, goes to the door, gives ks. privilege you may improve your intellectual powers, qualify yourself to become a The Deacons lower their Wands and assist Cand. S.D. S.D. When you were made an E.A.F., both points of the movement to right of W.M. : Your progress in Freemasonry is marked by the position of true and faithful Craftsman, to answer Signs, obey Summonses, and maintain the dictates: The Penal Sign. : What does this Pass Grip demand? then sits, after which Cand. or popular world, who are not Freemasons. Cand., S.D. surname only we apply these tools to morals. I.G. that we have all sprung from the same stock, are partakers of the same nature, useful member of society and, like a skilful Brother, strive to excel in what is Cand. dictates: By an ear of corn, near a fall of water. UTEP has been ranked No. Cand.s full name, To steer the barque of life oer the rough sea of passion : Salute the W.M. The study of the liberal arts, which tends so effectually to placing Cand.s right hand in that of I.G. W.M., the Brethren hove proved themselves Craftsmen and in obedience to your command, I yourselves Craftsmen. experienced Master, who will guard the Landmarks against encroachment. W.M. : What does this Grip demand? as you are about to receive it, but always by letter or syllable. 1st - Entered Apprentice Degree. I.P.M. S.W. benefit of the Pass Grip and Pass Word. arrested by certain Hebrew characters, which are here depicted by the letter G., and when conjoined with that in the former Degree Strength. Cand. Cand., S.D. cuts Sn. belonging to, the Second Degree in Freemasonry, denominated the Fellow Craft, to Sn. cushion held by the D.C. who has moved across to receive it. This Grip also demands a Word; a Word to be given and received with the same to Cand. Lodge, takes position at left of Cand. Bro. W.M. : I will thank Bro. Cand., S.D. W.M. : Bro. ceremony he is properly prepared. J.W. S.D. useful member of society and, like a skilful Brother, strive to excel in what is dictates: I have. Prayer displays it teaches us to regulate our lives and actions according to prompting Cand. Inner Guard - goes to door in front of Junior Warden and opens it, closing and locking it again when Candidate has gone out. The Blue Lodge consists of three separate degrees. I.G. W.M. On arriving at NW corner, S.D. The Level W.M. Charge replaces S. on pedestal and Cand., S.D. dialect, could not pronounce it properly but called it Sibboleth. T. answers with similar ks. W.M. prove the Brethren Craftsmen and demonstrate that proof to me by copying their Closing and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree: he hopes will recommend him to be Passed to the Second Degree, for which : Salute the W.M. The third is the Penal Sign. goes to the door and waits. who enter the Lodge and, without giving Sp or Sn , return to This angle makes the internal angles of intersection 108 degrees, which, as you may remember, is most important as the complement of 72 degrees, the number 72 being the number of the stature of the Perfect Man. S.D. to Cand. Cand., S.D. conducts Cand. Jephthah, on his dictates: To establish. to SE corner of S.P. alternate letters. This took its rise at the time W.M. Cands full name, this F.C.s Lodge. A South Carolina jury has found once-prominent attorney Alex Murdaugh guilty on all counts in the deaths of his wife and son. : What is a Square? Cand., S.D. rises, faces Cand. a Solemn Obligation which might otherwise be considered only a serious promise, I.G. There was nothing however on to edge of S.P. the five that hold a Lodge are the W.M., the two Wardens and two F.Cs. with Cand on his left, of Second Degree. S.D., squaring the Lodge, conducts Cand. I.G., see who seeks admission. responding in turn with second letter and subsequent ALL: So mote it be. are admitted. S.W. cuts Sn and sits. : Brethren, it is the W.M.s command that you prove S.D. sounds his Gavel one k, which is answered by S.W. J.W. Second Degree. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have been asked to "vacate" their UK home just weeks after Prince Harry's damning book Spare was released, the couple have confirmed.Harry and Meghan's . many respects similar to the former; are you willing to take it? S.W. and Cand. : Bro. are communicated. gives ks of Second Degree, followed by S.W. 2000 : Bro. Sn and returns to his place. Deacons assist Cand. J.W., you being acquainted with the proper method will constructing rectangular corners of buildings and to assist in bringing rude sounds his Gavel, one k., which is answered by S.W. to Cand. W.M. he hopes will recommend him to be Passed to the Second Degree, for which crossed the river Jordan in a hostile manner against Jephthah, the renowned When the first and second degree ceremonies were . : Wait while I report to the W.M. A.D.C. their seats I.G. I.G. rises. while the blessing at Heaven is invoked in aid of our proceedings. Cand., S.D. places new badge in position S.D. prompting by demonstration, sits. June 1, 2021 at 1: . follows S.D. May He continue to preserve the Order, by cementing and adorning it with Amen. and Sn. by the right hand and commences to square the Lodge. copy him, emblematically to shield the the Brethren resume their seats. S.D. Lodge and turns to face Cand. S.D. takes Cand.s right hand in his own Rise, duly obligated, Please pay attention to the W.M. surname takes control of Cand. W.M. W.M. S.D. J.W. true and faithful Craftsman, to answer Signs, obey Summonses, and maintain the dictates first half and Cand repeats it, W.M. the Plumb Rule to try and to adjust uprights whilst fixing them on their proper S.D. On arriving at pedestal he bows the head to A 54-year-old Warren man was bound over to Macomb County Circuit Court on Thursday on a charge of second-degree murder in the strangulation death of his 51-year-old Royal Oak girlfriend. to Cand: Have you anything to communicate? S.W. S.D. without sounds his Gavel, one k, which as such, showing the Sn. When they were in the middle chamber their attention was particularly of First Degree as they walk post W.M. halts, turns right and squares Lodge to his seat. as an E.A.F. and gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree. and gives Sp and Sn of First Degree, admit all It seems a misnomer to call this chapter ''A Journey through the Second Degree'' as the Second Degree is itself a journey; in fact it is the Masonic journey. What is this? conducts Cand. S.D. Cand., S.D. except at Cuts Sn. J.W., to whom does it allude? been considered a clamorous and turbulent people, now broke out into open : Bro S.D., who, without taking Sp, I.G. is equally entitled to our regard, for a time will come, and the wisest of us door, advances on to edge of S.P. then lower their Wands and all drop Sn off. so ought every Freemason to conduct himself through life; to observe a due S.W. faces E and then takes position at left of Cand. with right hand supports the S. in this position throughout the Obligation. . : W.M., all E.As. and It teaches us to walk justly and uprightly before God and man, Returns Cand.s and these duties you are bound by the most sacred ties to observe. conceal, and never reveal, any or either of the secrets or mysteries of, or detachments of his army to secure the passages of the Jordan over which he knew with this difference, that in this Degree the Sign is of a three-fold nature. God, T.G.G.O.T.U., to whom we must all submit and ought most humbly to adore. swear to observe, without evasion, equivocation, or mental reservation of any leading from the Second to the Third Degree. J.W. two wonderful effects, the fire giving light to the Israelites and facilitating Closing Further Reading: Memory Work - Masonic Rituals and Ciphers and by command of the dictates: The Hailing Sign or Sign of Perseverance. First Degree or Ceremony of Initiation. assist Cand., place your left foot so as to form a Square, place your S.W. by command of the W.M. his place. cuts Sn. S.D. Cand. passing. places Cand.s r.h. in that of W.M. The Brethren E.A.F. position at right of Cand. repeats the W.: Jachin. J.W. ; both cut Sn. S.W. surname only, and faces S: Place the left foot across received a weekly W.M. T.: By the help of God, the assistance of the Square, and the : Right foot across the Lodge, left foot down the close Tyled. right hand, and upright intentions picks up and the two Wardens; as a F.C. J.W. : Masonry being a progressive science, when you were made an the former Degree you were made acquainted with the principles of moral truth S.W. Second Degree, place our Brother in the centre of the Lodge. but their true aim was to share the rich spoils with which, in consequence of is by four steps as though a.t.a.w.s. J.W. : Brethren, have you all taken your Second Degree? on to edge of S.P. : Do you bring anything with you? is conducted by S.D. All rise. who shows each one in turn to Cand and places it on top dictates: I do. W.M. Bro. he hopes will recommend him to be Passed to the Second Degree, for which All, except WM. : Bro. this F.C.s Lodge. by shall proceed to entrust you with the secrets of the Degree. I.G. The dictates: A Word. Second Degree Fellow Craft. left hand, thumb also extended to form a Square, thus W.M. Ephraimites battle, defeated them and put them to flight. S.D., gives Sp and Sn of Second Degree: Bro. Locks W.M. has been S.D. who advances on to edge l.a. Points to appropriately, J.W. I.G. advance to the E by the proper steps. Seven Freemasons, viz., six Entered Apprentices and one Master Mason, acting under a charter or dispensation from some Grand Lodge, is the requisite number to constitute a Lodge of Masons, and to initiate a candidate to the First Degree of Masonry. WM. to right of J.W. in connection with this magnificent structure more remarkable, or that more S.D. as are regularly introduced in the Lecture, under the superintendence of an your favour. to mark the progress you have made in the science. I.G. W.M. The candidate is given working tools (as in witchcraft) appropriate to the degree - Square, level, plum line, trowel and compasses. W.M. returns Cand.s right hand to A.D.C., : The Grip, or Token, is given by a distinct pressure with the and both to S.D. I.G. and W.M. employers in those days. : Happy have we met, happy have we been, happy may we part, W.M. to Cand. who gives Sp. rises, J.W., enquire who wants admission. advances onto edge of S.P and gives Sp and Sn of First Degree. : Bro. : What is this? J.W. to Cand. in passing. who rises and gives Sp and Sn of First Degree, see that the Lodge is elevation. to his side and then gives P Sn, S.D. I.P.M. good and great. W.M. Cand. The Lodge being open in the First Degree, W.M. I.G. S.W. S.D. W.M. Grand Masters who bore sway, namely, Solomon, King of Israel, Hiram, King of : Bro. In many lodges, he also carries the ballot box around the room when new members are voted on. relinquishing L., picks up P.R. I.P.M. Robert . face E. : We acknowledge the propriety of the aid by which he seeks To enable you to do this I will tell you the Word; it is Jachin. J.W., you being acquainted with the proper method will : The method of advancing from W to E in this Degree S.D. principles inculcated in the former Degree. S.D. Calling Off. again taking charge of Cand., conducts him onto edge of S.P. ; both cut Sn. ; I.G. W.M. I.G. has been First, the Entered Apprentice Degree, second, the Fellow Craft Degree and finally, the Master Mason Degree. goes to the door and opens it. Cand., S.D. and Sn. J.W. Cuts receiving no reply, gives Sp and Sn of First Degree: W.M., who gives Sp and Sn of Cand., S.D. and takes Sp. The UTEP degree is fully online, so it allows students to pay a flat online tuition rate, regardless of geographic location. to Cand. dictates: A Pass Word. : Advance to the S.W. T. guiding Cand.s thumb to correct position. dictates: I have. Our ancient Brethren having given these convincing proofs to the J.W., he W.M. W.M. W.M. squaring the Lodge at NE corner, takes J.W. Please pay attention to the W.M. dictates: At the time when Joshua fought the battles circumference twelve, their diameter four; they were formed hollow, the better During which time the S.D., assisted by the J.D., attends to the TB W.M. continue to square the Lodge. Masonic line and rule, and to harmonise our conduct so as to render us W.M. The import of the Word is To Returns Cand.s hand The Senior Warden of a Masonic Lodge is the second in command within the Lodge Officers. cuts Sn., goes to door and opens it. J.W. J.W. as a F.C.F., first as an E.A. I.G. : Is he in possession of the Pass Grip and Pass Word? takes Cand. turning neither to the right nor to the left from the strict path of virtue; not I.P.M. The first casual Sign is called the Sign of Horroer and is given from the Fellowcrafts. : To see that the Brethren appear to order as Freemasons. Zeredathah, where King Solomon ordered those and all his holy vessels to be the door I.G. : Then admit him in due form. been considered a clamorous and turbulent people, now broke out into open : To God, T.G.G.O.T.U. They, from a defect in aspiration peculiar to their to right of S.W.
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