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Episode 5.14~ Your imagination is the guest on this short journey as we explore the future world that prophets have been talking about for thousands of years, the Millennial 1000 year period that follows the Second Coming of Jesus Christ. We'll follow this up in class with a discussion about other wonderful aspects of this future 1000 year period of peace. The Study By Faith Podcast is produced by the Downtown Phoenix and Tempe, AZ Institutes of Religion. This is not an official podcast of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. For more info on how to join a class or a podcast, please email ereksonra@ChurchofJesusChrist.org or or visit https://solo.to/bro.erekson For more information on joining a class in the greater Phoenix area visit http://yagatheraz.org
Episode 5.13 Is the Second Coming necessary? This and other questions about Christ's coming are examined in preparation for a deeper discussion in class. The Study By Faith Podcast is produced by the Downtown Phoenix and Tempe, AZ Institutes of Religion. This is not an official podcast of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. For more info on how to join a class or a podcast, please email ereksonra@ChurchofJesusChrist.org or or visit https://solo.to/bro.erekson For more information on joining a class in the greater Phoenix area visit http://yagatheraz.org
Episode 5.12~ Eric's questions help us gain understanding of what our loving Heavenly Father has in store for all of His children. What are the different degrees (Celestial, Terrestrial, Telestial) of glory, and what about hell? The Study By Faith Podcast is produced by the Downtown Phoenix and Tempe, AZ Institutes of Religion. This is not an official podcast of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. For more info on how to join a class or a podcast, please email ereksonra@ChurchofJesusChrist.org or or visit https://solo.to/bro.erekson For more information on joining a class in the greater Phoenix area visit http://yagatheraz.org
Episode 5.11~ Brigham's questions lead to an insightful discussion on death, heaven, and what takes place in the space between. The Study By Faith Podcast is produced by the Downtown Phoenix and Tempe, AZ Institutes of Religion. This is not an official podcast of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. For more info on how to join a class or a podcast, please email ereksonra@ChurchofJesusChrist.org or or visit https://solo.to/bro.erekson For more information on joining a class in the greater Phoenix area visit http://yagatheraz.org
Episode 5.10~ Is there a right way to live and be happy? Who determines which way is best? Why does God give us so many commandments? Are there universal commandments? The Study By Faith Podcast is produced by the Downtown Phoenix and Tempe, AZ Institutes of Religion. This is not an official podcast of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. For more info on how to join a class or a podcast, please email ereksonra@ChurchofJesusChrist.org or or visit https://solo.to/bro.erekson For more information on joining a class in the greater Phoenix area visit http://yagatheraz.org
Episode 5.9~ Savannah's questions help us better understand some of the doctrine of God's eternal family, as well as principles and practices of families in mortality. Links: Julie B. Beck's talk, Teaching the Doctrine of the Family Elder Ulisses Soares's talk, In Partnership with the Lord Proclamation on The Family The Study By Faith Podcast is produced by the Downtown Phoenix and Tempe, AZ Institutes of Religion. This is not an official podcast of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. For more info on how to join a class or a podcast, please email ereksonra@ChurchofJesusChrist.org or or visit https://solo.to/bro.erekson For more information on joining a class in the greater Phoenix area visit http://yagatheraz.org
Episode 5.8~ Cameron's thoughtful questions help us gain a deeper understanding of the process of tapping into the power of Jesus Christ in order make personal improvements that lead to greater peace and happiness. This process is otherwise known as repentance. The Study By Faith Podcast is produced by the Downtown Phoenix and Tempe, AZ Institutes of Religion. This is not an official podcast of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. For more info on how to join a class or a podcast, please email ereksonra@ChurchofJesusChrist.org or or visit https://solo.to/bro.erekson For more information on joining a class in the greater Phoenix area visit http://yagatheraz.org
Episode 5.7~ Kylie's sincere questions help us better understand the significance of attaching outward physical actions to inward spiritual commitments. Latter-day Saints refer to these outward actions as 'ordinances' and the commitments as 'covenants.' The Study By Faith Podcast is produced by the Downtown Phoenix and Tempe, AZ Institutes of Religion. This is not an official podcast of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. For more info on how to join a class or a podcast, please email ereksonra@ChurchofJesusChrist.org or or visit https://solo.to/bro.erekson For more information on joining a class in the greater Phoenix area visit http://yagatheraz.org
Episode 5.6~ Matt's inspired questions about the priesthood of God help shed light on what can be a complex doctrine. The Study By Faith Podcast is produced by the Downtown Phoenix and Tempe, AZ Institutes of Religion. This is not an official podcast of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. For more info on how to join a class or a podcast, please email ereksonra@ChurchofJesusChrist.org or or visit https://solo.to/bro.erekson For more information on joining a class in the greater Phoenix area visit http://yagatheraz.org
Episode 5.5~ Griffin brings thoughtful questions to help us explore and understand communication from God through personal revelation and revelation that comes to us through God's chosen prophet. The Study By Faith Podcast is produced by the Downtown Phoenix and Tempe, AZ Institutes of Religion. This is not an official podcast of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. For more info on how to join a class or a podcast, please email ereksonra@ChurchofJesusChrist.org or or visit https://solo.to/bro.erekson For more information on joining a class in the greater Phoenix area visit http://yagatheraz.org
Episode 5.4 Tiah shares her students' questions about the scattering and gathering of Israel, and the restoration of the gospel. Developing patience during the process of change as part of the restoration of the gospel is also discussed. The Study By Faith Podcast is produced by the Downtown Phoenix and Tempe, AZ Institutes of Religion. This is not an official podcast of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. For more info on how to join a class or a podcast, please email ereksonra@ChurchofJesusChrist.org or or visit https://solo.to/bro.erekson For more information on joining a class in the greater Phoenix area visit http://yagatheraz.org
Episode 5.3 Braxton asks some deep questions about The Atonement of Jesus Christ that may unlock some deeper insights into how God is trying to help you through life. The Study By Faith Podcast is produced by the Downtown Phoenix and Tempe, AZ Institutes of Religion. This is not an official podcast of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. For more info on how to join a class or a podcast, please email ereksonra@ChurchofJesusChrist.org or or visit https://solo.to/bro.erekson For more information on joining a class in the greater Phoenix area visit http://yagatheraz.org
Episode 5.2~ AJ joins the podcast and brings his thoughtful questions that lead to a discussion about finding individual purpose within God's larger purpose for His children. Individual agency, or free will, and a perspective on perfectionism is also discussed. The Study By Faith Podcast is produced by the Downtown Phoenix and Tempe, AZ Institutes of Religion. This is not an official podcast of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. For more info on how to join a class or a podcast, please email ereksonra@ChurchofJesusChrist.org or or visit https://solo.to/bro.erekson For more information on joining a class in the greater Phoenix area visit http://yagatheraz.org
Episode 5.1~ Questions about the Godhead. Saige asks great questions about the Godhead that will get you thinking more about your relationship with God The Father, Jesus Christ, and the Holy Ghost. The Study By Faith Podcast is produced by the Downtown Phoenix and Tempe, AZ Institutes of Religion. This is not an official podcast of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. For more info on how to join a class or a podcast, please email Rick Erekson ereksonra@ChurchofJesusChrist.org or or visit https://solo.to/bro.erekson For more information on joining a class in the greater Phoenix, AZ area visit http://yagatheraz.org
Episode 4.10~ Of all the things Latter-day Saints and Jews have in common, perhaps the most important is their shared belief in the future coming of the Messiah. This is a joint effort of the Downtown Phoenix and Logan UT Institutes of Religion. This is not an official podcast of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. For more info on how to join a class or a podcast, please email ereksonra@ChurchofJesusChrist.org or Seamonss@ChurchofJesusChrist.org or visit https://solo.to/bro.erekson For more information on joining a class in the greater Phoenix area visit http://yagatheraz.org To find a class in Logan, UT visit https://instituteinlogan.org
Episode 4.9~ Muslims and Latter-day Saints have many things in common. This episode highlights a few of those beliefs, and corrects a few common misunderstandings about the Islamic Religion. To listen to the entire conversation of Elder Gong and Elder Bednar referenced in this podcast click here. To read more about Muslims and Latter-day Saints' beliefs and practices click here. This is a joint effort of the Downtown Phoenix and Logan UT Institutes of Religion. This is not an official podcast of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. For more info on how to join a class or a podcast, please email ereksonra@ChurchofJesusChrist.org or Seamonss@ChurchofJesusChrist.org or visit https://solo.to/bro.erekson For more information on joining a class in the greater Phoenix area visit http://yagatheraz.org To find a class in Logan, UT visit https://instituteinlogan.org
Episode 4.8~ Latter-day Saints will find the story of Martin Luther very familiar. Although there are doctrinal differences, this discussion centers on things these two groups have in common. This is a joint effort of the Downtown Phoenix and Logan UT Institutes of Religion. This is not an official podcast of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. For more info on how to join a class or a podcast, please email ereksonra@ChurchofJesusChrist.org or Seamonss@ChurchofJesusChrist.org or visit https://solo.to/bro.erekson For more information on joining a class in the greater Phoenix area visit http://yagatheraz.org To find a class in Logan, UT visit https://instituteinlogan.org
Episode 4.7~ Parker shares insights on how Mayan beliefs and records line up with the Book of Mormon. We also discuss commonalities between beliefs in American Indigenous people and the restored gospel of Jesus Christ. This is a joint effort of the Downtown Phoenix and Logan UT Institutes of Religion. This is not an official product of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. For more info on how to join a class or a podcast, please email ereksonra@ChurchofJesusChrist.org or Seamonss@ChurchofJesusChrist.org or visit https://solo.to/bro.erekson For more information on joining a class in the greater Phoenix area visit http://yagatheraz.org To find a class in Logan, UT visit https://instituteinlogan.org
Episode 4.6~ Keith shares his experiences regarding the commonalities Catholics and Latter-day Saints share. What is a saint? How do rituals in each faith help keep us on the path to Christ? This discussion will expand your understanding and help you deepen friendships. This is a joint effort of the Downtown Phoenix and Logan UT Institutes of Religion. This is not an official production of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. For more info on how to join a class or a podcast, please email ereksonra@ChurchofJesusChrist.org or Seamonss@ChurchofJesusChrist.org or visit https://solo.to/bro.erekson For more information on joining a class in the greater Phoenix area visit http://yagatheraz.org To find a class in Logan, UT visit https://instituteinlogan.org
Episode 4.5~ Many Hindu beliefs resonate with Latter-day Saints. We hope this short podcast will help you find things in common and foster conversations with your Hindu friends. To find a class visit https://solo.to/bro.erekson This is a joint effort of the Downtown Phoenix and Logan UT Institutes of Religion. This is not an official product of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. For more info on how to join a class or a podcast, please email ereksonra@ChurchofJesusChrist.org or Seamonss@ChurchofJesusChrist.org or visit https://solo.to/bro.erekson For more information on joining a class in the greater Phoenix area visit http://yagatheraz.org To find a class in Logan, UT visit https://instituteinlogan.org
Click here to find a class on the Downtown Phoenix Campus: https://solo.to/bro.erekson Episode 4.4~ This episode may give you additional insight into the Savior's role in God's plan, and insight into family history work, while helping you understand the global impact of Confucianism. This is a joint effort of the Downtown Phoenix and Logan UT Institutes of Religion. This is not an official product of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. For more info on how to join a class or a podcast, please email ereksonra@ChurchofJesusChrist.org or Seamonss@ChurchofJesusChrist.org or visit https://solo.to/bro.erekson For more information on joining a class in the greater Phoenix area visit http://yagatheraz.org To find a class in Logan, UT visit https://instituteinlogan.org
Episode 4.3~ Let us know what you think! This is a joint effort of the Downtown Phoenix and Logan UT Institutes of Religion. This is not an official product of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. For more info on how to join a class or a podcast, please email ereksonra@ChurchofJesusChrist.org or Seamonss@ChurchofJesusChrist.org or visit https://solo.to/bro.erekson For more information on joining a class in the greater Phoenix area visit http://yagatheraz.org To find a class in Logan, UT visit https://instituteinlogan.org
Episode 4.2~ Understanding the faith, sacrifices, and miraculous events of the past that were essential for the rise of religious freedom can help us appreciate and cooperate with those of other religions who are doing God's work today. This discussion may also help us see how our own seemingly small efforts to serve God are part of a larger work that God is orchestrating for all of His children. This is a joint effort of the Downtown Phoenix and Logan UT Institutes of Religion. This is not an official product of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. For more info on how to join a class or a podcast, please email ereksonra@ChurchofJesusChrist.org or Seamonss@ChurchofJesusChrist.org or visit https://solo.to/bro.erekson For more information on joining a class in the greater Phoenix area visit http://yagatheraz.org To find a class in Logan, UT visit https://instituteinlogan.org
Episode 4.1~ While atheism is not a religion in the traditional sense, it is a belief system. In this episode we learn from Shane that while there are major differences between believers in God and non-believers, there can be common ground and shared experiences between both groups. This is a joint effort of the Downtown Phoenix and Logan UT Institutes of Religion. This is not an official product of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. For more info on how to join a class or a podcast, please email ereksonra@ChurchofJesusChrist.org or Seamonss@ChurchofJesusChrist.org or visit https://solo.to/bro.erekson
Episode 4.0~ Sister Seamons and Brother Erekson outline why understanding people of other religious beliefs is important and how it can help deepen your faith in the restored gospel of Jesus Christ. This podcast is a joint effort of the Downtown Phoenix, AZ and Logan, UT Institutes of Religion. It is not an official production of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. For more info email ereksonra@ChurchofJesusChrist.org or seaminess@ChurchofJesusChrist.org or visit https://solo.to/bro.erekson
Episode 3.14~ Camilla joins us to share her questions and insights from 2nd Samuel. We compare Hannah and David to examine how each of these partnered with God in different ways, with different consequences. This is the final episode in this Old Testament Part I class. This is not an official production of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. For more info about joining us for a class in either Phoenix, AZ or Logan, UT, visit https://solo.to/bro.erekson
Episode 3.13~ Parker shares his insights on the different ways people can approach the Lord, and the outcomes of each approach. We also discuss how the Lord approaches average people and blesses them to do great things. For more info on how to join an in-person class visit https://solo.to/bro.erekson This podcast is a joint effort of the Downtown Phoenix and Logan, UT Institutes of Religion. It is not an official podcast of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Email your questions to Ereksonra@ChurchofJesusChrist.org or SeamonsS@ChurchofJesusChrist.org
Episode 3.12~ Christian asks inspired questions and shares lessons from the story of Ruth that help him connect with God and others in a new place surrounded by new people with different faiths and ideas. This podcast is a joint effort of the Downtown Phoenix and Logan, UT Institutes of Religion. To join a follow up, in-class discussion in Phoenix email ereksonra@ChurchofJesusChrist.org or in Logan email seamonss@ChurchofJesusChrist.org This is not an official podcast of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. For more info visit https://solo.to/bro.erekson
Episode 3.11~ The Book of Judges is packed with incredible stories and insightful patterns that can help us rise above the obstacles we face, and avoid falling into long periods of decline from God's blessings. In this episode we also address the problem of Jephthah's sacrifice. This podcast is brought to you by the Downtown Phoenix and Logan, UT Institutes of Religion. It is not an official podcast of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. For more info, or to join a class visit https://solo.to/bro.erekson
Episode 3.10~ AJ's questions and insights help open our understanding of what it means to have the courage to choose God in sincerity and truth while keeping gratitude in our hearts. This is a joint effort of the Downtown Phoenix and Logan Institutes of Religion. For more info visit https://solo.to/bro.erekson This is not an official production of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Episode 3.9 James joins us and shares insights shedding light on what it does NOT mean to be God's chosen people, and how God is trying to bring more people into His fold to partake of His covenant blessings. This is a joint effort of the Downtown Phoenix and Logan Institutes of Religion. For more info visit https://solo.to/bro.erekson This is not an official production of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Episode 3.8~ Cameron's thoughtful questions guide our discussion through relevant topics in the Book of Numbers. We come to see ways to build and strengthen our faith in Christ despite the negativity and harshness of the world around us. For more information, to find an institute, or submit a question visit https://solo.to/bro.erekson This is a joint effort of the Downtown Phoenix, AZ and Logan UT Institutes of Religion. Is is not an official production of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Episode 3.7 It is easy to get lost in the details of Leviticus. This short discussion will help you see how ancient practices connect to what we do today. This is a joint effort of the Downtown Phoenix and Logan Institutes of Religion and is not an official production of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. For more info visit https://solo.to/bro.erekson
Episode 3.6 When are covenants and commandments not enough to cause true change in us? These ideas and more are discussed in this episode with Rick Erekson of the Downtown Phoenix Institute, and Shauna Seamons of the Logan Institute of Religion. To send us a question, or join a class visit https://solo.to/bro.erekson This is not an official podcast of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Episode 3.4 Lydia and Maggie share insights about Moses, the many rules and 10 commandments God gave His people, and what that means to them as new college freshman. For more information or to join a class please visit https://solo.to/bro.erekson This not an official podcast of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. It is a joint effort of the Downtown Phoenix and Logan Institutes of Religion.
Episode 3.4 Gia shares her insights about Joseph of Egypt, his ability to forgive, and how Moses is given Aaron to help him in his work. The idea of spiritual "slaps in the face" is discussed as a means to bring about change and juxtaposed with those who decide to change on their own, or with much less of a rude awakening from God. For more information or to join a class please visit https://solo.to/bro.erekson This not an official podcast of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. It is a joint effort of the Downtown Phoenix and Logan Institutes of Religion.
3.3~ What's the deal with all the deals in this part of Genesis? Our guest, James shares his insights on Abraham's negotiation with the Lord, Abraham & Sarah's willingness to offer Isaac, how bad deals can cause us to lose our birthright blessings and more. For more information, to join a class or submit questions to the podcast visit https://solo.to/bro.erekson This is not an official podcast of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. It is a joint effort of the Downtown Phoenix and Logan Institutes of Religion.
Episode 3.2 Sarah joins us to discuss her thoughts as we look to answer questions such as: Why did God reject Cain's sacrifice? What role did change play in God's decision to destroy His children with a flood? These and other patterns the Lord uses to set the stage for our progress are discussed. To join a class, or for more information visit https://solo.to/bro.erekson This is not an official podcast of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. This is a joint effort of the Downtown Phoenix and Logan Institutes of Religion. Send your questions to seamonss@ChurchofJesusChrist.org OR ereksonra@ChurchofJesusChrist.org
3.1 This episode covers the first class of our semester on the first half of the Old Testament. Jaren joins to us to discuss the idea of change emerging from God's invitation to subdue and have dominion, how sometimes division is a necessary part of change, and how a fallen world is a perfect situation in which to be agents of change. For more info, to join a class, be a guest on a podcast, or submit a question visit https://solo.to/bro.erekson This is a joint effort of the Downtown Phoenix and Logan Institutes of Religion. It is not an official podcast of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Welcome! This is the intro episode of our third semester. We'll be studying the Old Testament (Genesis-2 Samuel) and one of our points of focus will be change, or repentance. To learn more, join a class, or submit a question for us to discuss on the podcast please visit https://solo.to/bro.erekson This is not an official podcast of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. It is a joint effort of the Downtown Phoenix and Logan Institutes of Religion.
Allyse joins us to discuss how studying the lesser known women in the scriptures helped her understand Jesus Christ. Allyse shares how Abigail showed her that the Savior is approachable. For more information or to sign up for a class visit https://solo.to/bro.erekson This is a joint effort of the Downtown Phoenix and Logan Institutes of Religion. This is not an official production of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Week 13 of our look at lesser known women in the scriptures. Izzy and Gia join us to share their insights on the influence of women, the willingness of Christ to help us, what it means to become a child of Christ, and the example of strength and courage of someone known only as a maid-servant. To join our class, find another class, or for more information about this topic check out https://solo.to/bro.erekson This is not an official production of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Megan and Calvin share their insights about these women from the Book of Mormon, and the idea of being a "handmaid" of the Lord and how that is related to receiving revelation. More more information on the podcast or class click here https://solo.to/bro.erekson This class is not an official production of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
~Episode 2.11~ BriAnne shares her insights on women from the Book of Mormon: Ishmael's wife and daughters, Lehi's daughters, Daughters of Zion, Daughters of Lamanites, and the Daughter of Jared. Included in this episode is a brief discussion on the abuse that some of God's children suffer in this fallen world. Click here for information about help, healing, and protection from abuse. https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/get-help/abuse/?lang=eng More more information on the podcast or class click here https://solo.to/bro.erekson This class is not an official production of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Caleb joins us to discuss and share insights from the portrayal of symbolic women in the great battle for the souls of men as depicted in The Book of Revelation. For more information or to join a class for a follow up discussion please visit https://solo.to/bro.erekson This is not an official production of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Katie shares her insights and questions as we discuss women from the Books of Acts, Romans, and Timothy. These women display different ends of the spectrum of what one can give back to God and how that impacts others especially as it relates to building the kingdom of God on earth. For more information visit https://solo.to/bro.erekson This podcast is a team effort of the Downtown Phoenix and Logan Institutes of Religion and is not an official production of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Kendra and James share their insights on the infrequently asked question about why Jesus chose to use women in the parables of the leaven, the lost coin, and importunate widow. The parable of the 10 Virgins and the need to prepare is also discussed. To see the syllabus, join us for the class, find us on Instagram, or drop into our Zoom discussion please visit https://solo.to/bro.erekson This is not an official production of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. This podcast is associated with the Downtown Phoenix Institute of Religion.
Karen shares her insights and questions about these influential women from the New Testament. The Savior's love and respect for the least respected women in society shines through these examples. To join a class or for more information visit https://solo.to/bro.erekson To leave feedback on the Study by Faith Podcast please take this 1 minute survey: https://forms.office.com/r/S7AsdUG7CZ
Morghan and Alex share their insights on the women from 2 Kings 4-5, and the book of Proverbs. Many relevant ideas are discussed including the question: How is the strength of a woman of God different from a woman of the world? For more information visit https://solo.to/bro.erekson
Anna shares her insights on the undeniable influence of these women from the Old Testament, and on the power of Jesus Christ's love and willingness to welcome us back. We'd love to have you join our class officially or stop by our zoom as a guest. For more information visit https://solo.to/bro.erekson
Jaren shares his questions, insights, and experiences to help us dig deeper on how the Law of Moses related to women, how five sisters changed the course of history, and how Abigail gives us deeper understanding of the Atonement of Christ. This podcast is not an official publication of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, but it may help you learn some relevant truths to help you on your journey. For more info click https://solo.to/bro.erekson
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