1 Samuel Chapter 13

War with the Philistines

1Saul reigned one year; and when he had reigned two years over Israel,

2Saul chose him three thousand men of Israel; whereof two thousand were with Saul in Michmash and in mount Bethel, and a thousand were with Jonathan in Gibeah of Benjamin: and the rest of the people he sent every man to his tent. 3And Jonathan smote the garrison of the Philistines that was in Geba, and the Philistines heard of it. And Saul blew the trumpet throughout all the land, saying, Let the Hebrews hear. 4And all Israel heard say that Saul had smitten a garrison of the Philistines, and that Israel also was had in abomination with the Philistines. And the people were called together after Saul to Gilgal.

5And the Philistines gathered themselves together to fight with Israel, thirty thousand chariots, and six thousand horsemen, and people as the sand which is on the sea shore in multitude: and they came up, and pitched in Michmash, eastward from Bethaven. 6When the men of Israel saw that they were in a strait, (for the people were distressed,) then the people did hide themselves in caves, and in thickets, and in rocks, and in high places, and in pits. 7And some of the Hebrews went over Jordan to the land of Gad and Gilead. As for Saul, he was yet in Gilgal, and all the people followed him trembling.

Saul's Unlawful Sacrifice

8And he tarried seven days, according to the set time that Samuel had appointed: but Samuel came not to Gilgal; and the people were scattered from him. 9And Saul said, Bring hither a burnt offering to me, and peace offerings. And he offered the burnt offering.

Samuel Rebukes Saul

10And it came to pass, that as soon as he had made an end of offering the burnt offering, behold, Samuel came; and Saul went out to meet him, that he might salute him. 11And Samuel said, What hast thou done? And Saul said, Because I saw that the people were scattered from me, and that thou camest not within the days appointed, and that the Philistines gathered themselves together at Michmash; 12Therefore said I, The Philistines will come down now upon me to Gilgal, and I have not made supplication unto the LORD: I forced myself therefore, and offered a burnt offering. 13And Samuel said to Saul, Thou hast done foolishly: thou hast not kept the commandment of the LORD thy God, which he commanded thee: for now would the LORD have established thy kingdom upon Israel for ever. 14But now thy kingdom shall not continue: the LORD hath sought him a man after his own heart, and the LORD hath commanded him to be captain over his people, because thou hast not kept that which the LORD commanded thee.

15And Samuel arose, and gat him up from Gilgal unto Gibeah of Benjamin. And Saul numbered the people that were present with him, about six hundred men.

Philistines Raid Israel

16And Saul, and Jonathan his son, and the people that were present with them, abode in Gibeah of Benjamin: but the Philistines encamped in Michmash. 17And the spoilers came out of the camp of the Philistines in three companies: one company turned unto the way that leadeth to Ophrah, unto the land of Shual: 18And another company turned the way to Bethhoron: and another company turned to the way of the border that looketh to the valley of Zeboim toward the wilderness.

Israel without Weapons

19Now there was no smith found throughout all the land of Israel: for the Philistines said, Lest the Hebrews make them swords or spears: 20But all the Israelites went down to the Philistines, to sharpen every man his share, and his coulter, and his axe, and his mattock. 21Yet they had a file for the mattocks, and for the coulters, and for the forks, and for the axes, and to sharpen the goads. 22So it came to pass in the day of battle, that there was neither sword nor spear found in the hand of any of the people that were with Saul and Jonathan: but with Saul and with Jonathan his son was there found. 23And the garrison of the Philistines went out to the passage of Michmash.

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War with the Philistines

1 Saul reigned a year; and when he had reigned two years over Israel,

2 Saul chose for himself three thousand men of Israel, of which two thousand were with Saul in Michmash and in the Mount of Bethel, and one thousand were with Jonathan in Gibeah of Benjamin: and the rest of the people he sent every man to his tent. 3 Jonathan struck the garrison of the Philistines that was in Geba: and the Philistines heard of it. Saul blew the trumpet throughout all the land, saying, “Let the Hebrews hear!” 4 All Israel heard that Saul had struck the garrison of the Philistines, and also that Israel was had in abomination with the Philistines. The people were gathered together after Saul to Gilgal.

5 The Philistines assembled themselves together to fight with Israel, thirty thousand chariots, and six thousand horsemen, and people as the sand which is on the seashore in multitude: and they came up, and encamped in Michmash, eastward of Beth Aven. 6 When the men of Israel saw that they were in a strait (for the people were distressed), then the people hid themselves in caves, and in thickets, and in rocks, and in coverts, and in pits. 7 Now some of the Hebrews had gone over the Jordan to the land of Gad and Gilead; but as for Saul, he was yet in Gilgal, and all the people followed him trembling.

Saul’s Unlawful Sacrifice

8 He stayed seven days, according to the time set by Samuel: but Samuel didn’t come to Gilgal; and the people were scattered from him. 9 Saul said, “Bring here the burnt offering to me, and the peace offerings.” He offered the burnt offering.

10 It came to pass that as soon as he had made an end of offering the burnt offering, behold, Samuel came; and Saul went out to meet him, that he might greet him. 11 Samuel said, “What have you done?” Saul said, “Because I saw that the people were scattered from me, and that you didn’t come within the days appointed, and that the Philistines assembled themselves together at Michmash; 12 therefore I said, ‘Now the Philistines will come down on me to Gilgal, and I haven’t entreated the favor of Yahweh.’ I forced myself therefore, and offered the burnt offering.” 13 Samuel said to Saul, “You have done foolishly. You have not kept the commandment of Yahweh your God, which he commanded you; for now Yahweh would have established your kingdom on Israel forever. 14 But now your kingdom shall not continue. Yahweh has sought for himself a man after his own heart, and Yahweh has appointed him to be prince over his people, because you have not kept that which Yahweh commanded you.”

15 Samuel arose, and went from Gilgal to Gibeah of Benjamin. Saul numbered the people who were present with him, about six hundred men.

Israel without Weapons

16 Saul, and Jonathan his son, and the people who were present with them, stayed in Geba of Benjamin: but the Philistines encamped in Michmash. 17 The spoilers came out of the camp of the Philistines in three companies: one company turned to the way that leads to Ophrah, to the land of Shual; 18 and another company turned the way to Beth Horon; and another company turned the way of the border that looks down on the valley of Zeboim toward the wilderness.

19 Now there was no smith found throughout all the land of Israel; for the Philistines said, “Lest the Hebrews make them swords or spears;” 20 but all the Israelites went down to the Philistines, to sharpen every man his plowshare, mattock, axe, and sickle; 21 yet they had a file for the mattocks, and for the plowshares, and for the forks, and for the axes, and to set the goads. 22 So it came to pass in the day of battle, that there was neither sword nor spear found in the hand of any of the people who were with Saul and Jonathan: but with Saul and with Jonathan his son was there found. 23 The garrison of the Philistines went out to the pass of Michmash.

War with the Philistines

1 Saul was thirty years old a when he became king, and he reigned over Israel forty-two years. b 2 He chose for himself three thousand men of Israel: Two thousand were with Saul at Michmash and in the hill country of Bethel, and a thousand were with Jonathan in Gibeah of Benjamin. And the rest of the troops he sent away, each to his own home.

3 Then Jonathan attacked the Philistine outpost at Geba, and the Philistines heard about it. So Saul blew the ram’s horn throughout the land, saying, “Let the Hebrews hear!”

4 And all Israel heard the news: “Saul has attacked an outpost of the Philistines, and now Israel has become a stench to the Philistines!” Then the people were summoned to join Saul at Gilgal.

5 Now the Philistines assembled to fight against Israel with three thousand c chariots, six thousand horsemen, and troops as numerous as the sand on the seashore. They went up and camped at Michmash, east of Beth-aven.

6 Seeing that they were in danger because their troops were hard-pressed, the men of Israel hid in caves and thickets, among the rocks, and in cellars and cisterns. 7 Some Hebrews even crossed the Jordan into the land of Gad and Gilead. Saul, however, remained at Gilgal, and all his troops were quaking in fear.

Saul’s Unlawful Sacrifice

8 And Saul waited seven days for the time appointed by Samuel, but Samuel did not come to Gilgal, and the troops began to desert Saul. 9 So he said, “Bring me the burnt offering and the peace offerings.” And he offered up the burnt offering.

10 Just as he finished offering the burnt offering, Samuel arrived, and Saul went out to greet him.

11 “What have you done?” Samuel asked.

And Saul replied, “When I saw that the troops were deserting me, and that you did not come at the appointed time and the Philistines were gathering at Michmash, 12 I thought, ‘Now the Philistines will descend upon me at Gilgal, and I have not sought the favor of the LORD.’ So I felt compelled to offer the burnt offering.”

13 “You have acted foolishly,” Samuel declared. “You have not kept the command that the LORD your God gave you; if you had, the LORD would have established your kingdom over Israel for all time. 14 But now your kingdom will not endure; the LORD has sought a man after His own heart and appointed him ruler over His people, because you have not kept the command of the LORD.”

15 Then Samuel set out from Gilgal and went up to Gibeah in Benjamin. d And Saul numbered the troops who were with him, about six hundred men.

Israel without Weapons

16 Now Saul and Jonathan his son and the troops with them were staying in Geba of Benjamin, while the Philistines camped at Michmash. 17 And raiders went out of the Philistine camp in three divisions. One headed toward Ophrah in the land of Shual, 18 another toward Beth-horon, and the third down the border road overlooking the Valley of Zeboim facing the wilderness.

19 And no blacksmith could be found in all the land of Israel, because the Philistines had said, “The Hebrews must not be allowed to make swords or spears.” 20 Instead, all the Israelites would go down to the Philistines to sharpen their plowshares, mattocks, axes, and sickles. e 21 The charge was a pim f for sharpening a plowshare or mattock, a third of a shekel for sharpening a pitchfork or an axe, and a third of a shekel for repointing an oxgoad. g

22 So on the day of battle not a sword or spear could be found in the hands of the troops with Saul and Jonathan; only Saul and his son Jonathan had weapons.

23 And a garrison of the Philistines had gone out to the pass at Michmash.

Footnotes:

1 a A few late LXX manuscripts; MT Saul was a son of a year
1 b Or over Israel forty years  (see Acts 13:21); MT over Israel two years
5 c Some LXX manuscripts and Syriac; Hebrew thirty thousand
15 d LXX Then Samuel set out, and the rest of the people went up after Saul to meet the army; they went up from Gilgal to Gibeah of Benjamin.
20 e LXX; Hebrew and plowshares ; (so plowshare appears twice in the Hebrew).
21 f A pim  possibly refers to a polished stone weighing approximately 0.25 ounces or 7 grams found in excavations. This is equivalent to about two-thirds of a shekel and likely refers to the price charged by the Philistines for the services listed.
21 g Hebrew does not include the currency unit of a shekel  charged for sharpening a pitchfork, an axe, or an oxgoad; alternatively, possibly a third of a pim  for each.

War with the Philistines

1A son of a year is Saul in his reigning, yea, two years he hath reigned over Israel,

2and Saul chooseth for himself three thousand men out of Israel; and two thousand are with Saul in Michmash, and in the hill-country of Beth-El; and a thousand have been with Jonathan in Gibeah of Benjamin; and the remnant of the people he hath sent each to his tents. 3And Jonathan smiteth the garrison of the Philistines which is in Geba, and the Philistines hear, and Saul hath blown with a trumpet through all the land, saying, 'Let the Hebrews hear.' 4And all Israel have heard, saying, 'Saul hath smitten the garrison of the Philistines,' and also, 'Israel hath been abhorred by the Philistines;' and the people are called after Saul to Gilgal.

5And the Philistines have been gathered to fight with Israel; thirty thousand chariots, and six thousand horsemen, and a people as the sand which is on the sea-shore for multitude; and they come up and encamp in Michmash, east of Beth-Aven. 6And the men of Israel have seen that they are distressed, that the people hath been oppressed, and the people hide themselves in caves, and in thickets, and in rocks, and in high places, and in pits. 7And Hebrews have passed over the Jordan to the land of Gad and Gilead; and Saul is yet in Gilgal, and all the people have trembled after him.

Saul's Unlawful Sacrifice

8And he waiteth seven days, according to the appointment with Samuel, and Samuel hath not come to Gilgal, and the people are scattered from off him. 9And Saul saith, 'Bring nigh unto me the burnt-offering, and the peace-offerings;' and he causeth the burnt-offering to ascend.

Samuel Rebukes Saul

10And it cometh to pass at his completing to cause the burnt-offering to ascend, that lo, Samuel hath come, and Saul goeth out to meet him, to bless him; 11and Samuel saith, 'What hast thou done?' And Saul saith, 'Because I saw that the people were scattered from off me, and thou hadst not come at the appointment of the days, and the Philistines are gathered to Michmash, 12and I say, Now do the Philistines come down unto me to Gilgal, and the face of Jehovah I have not appeased; and I force myself, and cause the burnt-offering to ascend.' 13And Samuel saith unto Saul, 'Thou hast been foolish; thou hast not kept the command of Jehovah thy God, which He commanded thee, for now had Jehovah established thy kingdom over Israel unto the age; 14and, now, thy kingdom doth not stand, Jehovah hath sought for Himself a man according to His own heart, and Jehovah chargeth him for leader over His people, for thou hast not kept that which Jehovah commanded thee.'

15And Samuel riseth, and goeth up from Gilgal to Gibeah of Benjamin; and Saul inspecteth the people who are found with him, about six hundred men,

Philistines Raid Israel

16and Saul, and Jonathan his son, and the people who are found with them, are abiding in Gibeah of Benjamin, and the Philistines have encamped in Michmash. 17And the destroyer goeth out from the camp of the Philistines -- three detachments; the one detachment turneth unto the way of Ophrah, unto the land of Shual; 18and the one detachment turneth the way of Beth-Horon, and the one detachment turneth the way of the border which is looking on the valley of the Zeboim, toward the wilderness.

Israel without Weapons

19And an artificer is not found in all the land of Israel, for the Philistines said, 'Lest the Hebrews make sword or spear;' 20and all Israel go down to the Philistines, to sharpen each his ploughshare, and his coulter, and his axe, and his mattock; 21and there hath been the file for mattocks, and for coulters, and for three-pronged rakes, and for the axes, and to set up the goads. 22And it hath been, in the day of battle, that there hath not been found sword and spear in the hand of any of the people who are with Saul and with Jonathan -- and there is found to Saul and to Jonathan his son. 23And the station of the Philistines goeth out unto the passage of Michmash.

The F.O.G Commentary:

1What is the meaning of 1 Samuel 13?

2Introduction to 1 Samuel 13

3Context of 1 Samuel 13

4Ancient Key Word Study

5Compare & Contrast

61 Samuel 13 Unique Insights

71 Samuel 13 Connections to Yeshua

81 Samuel 13 Scriptural Echoes

91 Samuel 13 Devotional

10Did You Know

What is the meaning of 1 Samuel 13?

Introduction to 1 Samuel 13

1 Samuel 13 marks a pivotal moment in Israel’s history, recording the tragic turning point in Saul’s kingship. This chapter reveals the profound consequences of impatience and disobedience to God’s explicit commands. Through Saul’s failure to wait for Samuel and his presumptuous offering of sacrifices, we witness how seemingly small acts of disobedience can have far-reaching implications for both personal destiny and national history.

The chapter serves as a sobering reminder that God’s timeline and human impatience often collide, teaching us vital lessons about trust, obedience, and the true nature of spiritual leadership. It demonstrates that external pressure and circumstances never justify departing from God’s clear instructions.

Context of 1 Samuel 13

This chapter follows the initial success and promise of Saul’s reign, coming after his anointing as king and his victory over the Ammonites. The narrative fits within the larger context of Israel’s transition from a theocracy to a monarchy, a change that God had permitted but that carried inherent risks of human pride and self-reliance superseding divine authority.

The immediate context reveals mounting pressure from the Philistines, Israel’s perpetual enemies. The Philistines had assembled a massive force that included 30,000 chariots, 6,000 horsemen, and countless foot soldiers. This overwhelming military threat sets the stage for Saul’s fateful decision to offer sacrifices without waiting for Samuel, as he had been commanded.

In the broader biblical narrative, this chapter serves as a crucial pivot point in the story of Israel’s monarchy. It begins the transition from Saul to David, though David isn’t yet introduced. The chapter illustrates the fundamental principle that God values obedience over sacrifice, a theme that reverberates throughout Scripture and finds its ultimate fulfillment in the perfect obedience of the Messiah.

Ancient Key Word Study

מְעַט (Me’at) – “Few” or “little” (v. 15): This word emphasizes not just numerical smallness but often carries connotations of inadequacy or insufficiency. Here it describes Saul’s remaining troops, highlighting both the physical and spiritual poverty of his situation after his disobedience.
וַיּוֹחֶל (Vayochel) – “He waited” (v. 8): Derived from the root meaning “to be in pain,” this word suggests the agonizing nature of waiting. The choice of this specific term reveals the internal struggle Saul experienced, making his failure to wait the full seven days even more poignant.
נִסְכַּלְתָּ (Niskal’ta) – “You have acted foolishly” (v. 13): This term goes beyond mere foolishness, implying a moral failure rooted in lack of wisdom and spiritual understanding. It’s the same root used to describe those who “despise wisdom and instruction” in Proverbs 1:7.
מַמְלַכְתְּךָ (Mamlakht’cha) – “Your kingdom” (v. 14): The word carries connotations of both authority and responsibility. The construct form used here emphasizes that the kingdom was a trust given to Saul, not his personal possession.
אִישׁ כִּלְבָבוֹ (Ish Kilvavo) – “A man after His heart” (v. 14): This phrase literally means “a man like His heart,” suggesting complete alignment with God’s will and character, not just emotional affection. This becomes a defining description of David.
מִכְמָשׂ (Michmas) – “Michmash” (v. 2): Beyond being a geographical location, the name means “hidden” or “stored away,” possibly referring to its strategic position. This adds depth to understanding the military situation described.
חָרָשׁ (Charash) – “Smith/craftsman” (v. 19): This term specifically refers to those who work with metal. Its absence in Israel highlighted their technological and military disadvantage under Philistine oppression.
לְהִתְחַנֵּן (L’hitchanen) – “To implore favor” (implied in v. 12): Though not explicitly used, this concept underlies Saul’s actions. The root suggests seeking grace or favor, making his presumptuous sacrifice even more ironic.

Compare & Contrast

Verse 8’s description of Saul “waiting” uses וַיּוֹחֶל (vayochel) rather than the more common קָוָה (qavah). This choice emphasizes the painful, anxious nature of the wait rather than hopeful expectation, revealing Saul’s spiritual state.
The phrase “acted foolishly” (נִסְכַּלְתָּ) in verse 13 was chosen over the simpler “erred” (טָעָה) to emphasize the moral and spiritual nature of Saul’s failure, not just a tactical mistake.
Verse 14’s description of David as “a man after His heart” uses כִּלְבָבוֹ rather than כְּרצוֹנוֹ (“according to His will”), emphasizing character alignment rather than mere obedience.
The description of the Philistine army in verse 5 uses specific numerical terms rather than general descriptions, highlighting the overwhelming odds Israel faced.
Verse 19’s use of חָרָשׁ (craftsman) specifically refers to metalworking, chosen over general terms for craftsmen to emphasize Israel’s technological disadvantage.
The term for “kingdom” (מַמְלָכָה) in verse 14 is used instead of מְלוּכָה (kingship), emphasizing the institutional rather than personal nature of what Saul was losing.
Verse 12’s description of Saul’s sacrifice uses וָאֶתְאַפַּק (“I forced myself”) rather than simpler terms for offering, highlighting the internal struggle and premeditated nature of his disobedience.

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1 Samuel 13 Unique Insights

The chapter contains several layers of prophetic and theological significance often overlooked in casual reading. The number seven, represented in Samuel’s command to wait seven days, carries deep spiritual significance in Jewish thought, representing completion and divine perfection. Saul’s failure to wait the full seven days thus symbolically represents humanity’s tendency to short-circuit God’s perfect timing.

The Midrash Shmuel offers a fascinating insight into verse 14’s description of David as “a man after His heart.” It suggests that while Saul was chosen because he matched what the people wanted in a king (tall, impressive, wealthy), David was chosen because he matched what God wanted in a leader – someone who would lead the people in righteousness and truth. This contrast between external and internal qualities becomes a recurring theme throughout Samuel and Kings.

The chapter also contains a subtle but significant parallel to the sin of Adam in Genesis. Just as Adam was given clear instructions and a period of waiting (to not eat from the tree), Saul was given clear instructions and a period of waiting. Both failed their test through impatience and a desire to take matters into their own hands. The early church father Origen noted this parallel, suggesting it represents humanity’s recurring struggle with trusting God’s timing.

The description of Israel’s technological disadvantage in verses 19-22 carries deeper significance in rabbinic tradition. The lack of weaponry is seen as a physical manifestation of spiritual dependence – forcing Israel to rely on God rather than military might. This principle finds its ultimate expression in Zechariah’s famous declaration, “Not by might nor by power, but by My Spirit” (Zechariah 4:6).

1 Samuel 13 Connections to Yeshua

This chapter prefigures several aspects of the Messiah’s ministry and character. The contrast between Saul’s impatient, presumptuous sacrifice and Yeshua’s perfect obedience even unto death highlights the difference between human religious effort and true submission to God’s will. Where Saul could not wait seven days, Yeshua waited thirty years to begin His ministry, perfectly submitting to the Father’s timing.

The description of David as “a man after His heart” points forward to the Messiah, who would come from David’s line and perfectly embody this alignment with God’s heart. Yeshua demonstrated this alignment through His perfect obedience, declaring, “I always do what pleases Him” (John 8:29). This stands in stark contrast to Saul’s failure and represents the perfect kingship that would ultimately come through David’s greater Son.

1 Samuel 13 Scriptural Echoes

This chapter resonates with numerous other biblical passages. The theme of waiting on God’s timing echoes throughout Scripture, from Abraham’s wait for Isaac to the nation’s wait for the Messiah. The consequences of Saul’s impatience parallel other biblical accounts of presumptuous actions, such as Moses striking the rock in Numbers 20:11-12.

The military helplessness of Israel against the Philistines recalls Gideon’s reduced army in Judges 7, demonstrating God’s pattern of working through weakness to show His strength. This theme finds its ultimate expression in the cross, where apparent weakness becomes the vehicle for God’s greatest victory.

The rejection of Saul’s kingdom parallels the later rejection of the temple system, both giving way to something greater – Saul to David, and the temple to the Messiah. The chapter’s emphasis on heart obedience over external ritual sacrifice anticipates prophetic messages like Hosea 6:6, “For I desire mercy, not sacrifice.”

1 Samuel 13 Devotional

This chapter challenges us to examine our own response to pressure and waiting. Saul’s failure wasn’t just about impatience; it revealed a deeper issue of trusting God’s character and promises. In our own lives, we often face similar tests – will we trust God’s timing when circumstances pressure us to take matters into our own hands?

The contrast between external circumstances and internal character presents a crucial lesson. Saul had all the external qualities of a king, but lacked the internal spiritual qualities necessary for godly leadership. This challenges us to prioritize internal character development over external appearances and achievements.

Consider your own areas of waiting. Are there situations where you, like Saul, feel pressured to act outside God’s instructions? Remember that waiting isn’t passive; it’s active trust in God’s character and promises. Even when circumstances seem overwhelming, like Israel facing the Philistine army, God often uses such situations to demonstrate His power and faithfulness.

Did You Know

The Philistine army’s 30,000 chariots mentioned in verse 5 represents the largest chariot force mentioned anywhere in ancient Near Eastern literature, suggesting possible textual issues or the inclusion of supply carts in this number.
The geographical location of Michmash created a natural fortress due to deep ravines on either side, making it a crucial strategic position in ancient military campaigns.
The restriction on blacksmiths in Israel was a common ancient Near Eastern practice by occupying powers to prevent rebellion, attested in other historical documents from the period.
The term used for “forced myself” in verse 12 (וָאֶתְאַפַּק) appears only here and in Isaiah 64:12, creating a unique linguistic connection between these passages.
Archaeological evidence from this period shows a marked decrease in iron implements in Israelite settlements, confirming the biblical account of Philistine control over metallurgy.
The seven-day waiting period specified by Samuel aligned with ancient Near Eastern military preparation rituals, giving the command both spiritual and cultural significance.
The location of Gilgal, where these events took place, was significant as the site where Joshua had first set up camp after crossing the Jordan, making Saul’s disobedience there particularly poignant.
The phrase “man after His heart” became so significant in Jewish tradition that it spawned a entire genre of ethical literature focused on aligning one’s heart with God’s will.
The military statistics provided in this chapter offer one of the most detailed glimpses into ancient army composition in the entire Bible.

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