As Faery King and Guardian of the Cauldron of Rebirth, Bran is committed to his role as champion of Her cause. Arthurian legend, originally made popular by de Troyes, tells of the battles that took place over the possession of the holy relic. After a successful war, select Celtic warriors took part in a ceremony to wed them to the goddess of the land before they could assume dominion over the place and it's peoples. Matholwch of Ireland sued for her hand, and gave horses to Bran. Thank you for sharing in the gift of Love. God of prophecy, the arts, leaders, war, the Sun, music, writing. Owl, the totemic representation of Blodeuwedd, signifies the complete transformation of the initiate as represented by Llew's virtual death and subsequent healing. the land under Conn, who has married Becuma, an Otherworldly woman outcast from the Blessed Islands: Conn and Becuma were a year togetherand there was neither corn nor milk in Ireland. He is a Welsh Celtic God that is spoken of in two branches of the Mabinogi, and rescues his wife Rhiannon from an evil curse in the third branch. Upon arrival, Bran and his men were greeted and escorted to Matholwchs house. The Holy Grail is most definitely Cerridwens cauldron (or Branwens). Branwens brother however, is upset by the marriage and kills all of Matholwchs horses. Full Moon 24 Jun 19:39, Imbolc - Feb 2ndOstara - Mar 21st/22ndBeltane - April 30th/May 1stLithia - June 21st/22ndLammas - July 31st/Aug 1stMabon - Sept 21st/22ndSamhain - Oct 31stYule - Dec 21st/22nd, Imbolc - August 1stOstara - September 21st/22ndBeltane - Oct 31st/Nov 1stLithia - Dec 21st/22ndLammas - Feb 1st/2ndMabon - March 21stSamhain - April 30th/May 1stYule - June 21st. Legends also say he was a son of the powerful sea god Lyr. men remain2 along with the magickal head of Bran which still has Create a free website or blog at WordPress.com. When opening to Branwens love, we are healed by Its Branwen's story is a tale of heartbreak, grief, and . He orders his own beheading and while his men transport his head to be buried in the White Tower of London, Bran teaches everything he has learned from the Goddess Cauldron of Rebirth, passing on his wisdom to all future generations. ways, I bring the essence of change to our society. Mabon: honor him particularly on the Autumnal Equinox, when light and dark are at a balance. 31/Aug. She is the epitome of energy and independence. God of Fertility, Life . and that they will be united no more. sorrow. 21/22 There is that in Ireland that I must have, for without it the land will fail, exclaimed the king. Aeronwen: because she is a Welsh goddess of war, use the color black and elements of the battlefield to honor Aeronwen. we can flow through the sorrows around us without being overwhelmed. thanks to Branwen. To prevent his arrival, Matholwch burns the bridge leading across the Shannon River. So rule number one of how *not* to choose a good magickal name is: pick one thats already been used to death. We do not hear of Efnisien feeling bad for instigating and spurring on the the ships of Wales Since he assumed the kingship, no cloud has veiled the sun for the space of a day from the middle of spring to the middle of autumn. Place mango leaves on the outer edge of the Kumbh. Oracular priests when they themselves are not.1 When the leaders of the two countries New Moon 10 Jun 11:52 Arthur once dug up the head claiming that he was the sole guardian of the realm only to find the saxons began their raids, hence the Pendragon promptly replaced Brans head to its rightful resting place before restoring order to the land. Here She is treated poorly and beaten regularly. Looking through the story of Branwen, The Cauldron of Rebirth is only one example of the tradition of old pagan magic mentioned in the saga. Description: Christianized form of the Goddess Branwen as: Saint Brynwyn of love and affection; Matroness of lovers; She Who grants success or forgetfulness; perhaps Eponym of Llandwywyn. use a bit more in an offering of thanks to Her. Offerings: -Planet: -Plant/Tree: -Rune: -Symbols: -Tarot Card: -Time: -Celtic - Gods and Goddesses. Goddesses, The Sin Eaters Last confessions by Ross Haven. In the last part of the tale, Bran's head was said to be severed from his body and taken to London, where it is buried under White Mount. Training starlings with Bran was a Celtic god believed to have originated in Wales. The Welsh Gods took the form of humans as well as animals. Apples and fall fruits can be set out as offerings to him. When I joined my first coven, I was required (as were all members) to choose a name from Tolkiens made-up Elvish language. The story of Bran is centered around a cauldron which originally belonged to Cerridwen or, in other versions, to Branwen. He was a brother to Branwen and Manawydan. Upon their arrival, treaties for Branwens Her connection to the land that Branwens vast love Filled with compassion, She feels sorrow at our sadness. In Perceval, or The Story of the Grail, de Troyes5 tells of the great feast and generosity shown Perceval by the Fisher King who housed him for a night. Research and study are the first ways to connect with the Welsh Celtic pantheon. This image of Brans head is one of many examples found in Celtic mythology and witchcraft of the skull as a symbol of power and wisdom. His severed head is said to reside under the Tower of London protecting the kingdom from invasion, and for that reason the ravens at the tower have their wings clipped to stop them from leaving. Heres what I did when it was time to retire Nienor and find something else. Either way, the chalice, or grail, held within it the blood of the Christ through which one could be healed or receive eternal life. Branwens story is filled with And yet Branwen does not ask us to open to With gratitude and It means that the stories of our oral tradition can be used as pointers for further investigation. Grateful for your valuable clarifications! This is not as common in modern Wicca, though. The feasting continued until finally all of Matholwchs men, including himself, passed out. flow through you. Two things we know for sure he is an ancient Celtic god and he was the son of Modron (the Great Mother). Branwen, one of Avalon's five goddesses, means "White Raven" or "White Breasted." She is a Maiden goddess of springtime, inspiration, and sovereignty. They see a mountain and forest Only seven Welshmen survived, and Bran was fatally wounded. In prehistoric Ireland and Wales, ancient magic was wielded by the druids to advise the chiefs on everyday matters as well as matters of war. Thus we find in Brans story the important line, which serves as a lesson to future leaders, He who would be chief, let him make himself a bridge.. Theyre a joke. ), was reflected by the fertility and well-being of the land and people. If this story is indeed a retelling of ancient events, then we can begin to look at the whole story with new eyes. Branwen and Matholwch return to Ireland and the pair seem to be happy. Without the Cauldron of Rebirth, Brans forces are defeated and Bran is wounded. Instead, the historical record gives us another clue about the real identity of Branwen. This sounds exactly like the landscape of Bronze Age Ireland, backed up by other research into deforestation and the spreading of new cultural ideas like cauldrons and beaker designs. This caused a spat of troubles as her half-brother Efnisien had not been consulted and took umbrage. Branwen is much older than Gwyddno and has endured several unsuccessful husbands throughout her life. May I always remember Love that unites the two lands. There is also speculation that Aeronwen is the Welsh version of the Irish warrior goddess The Morrigan. Despite so generous a gift, Matholwch is still not appeased. The Romans identified Hera with their goddess Juno. outer shells fall away.1. The Story of Bran the Blessed, King of Britain. Offering water to birds and animals earns the blessings of Maa Lakshmi. Beltane Apr. Now Matholwch, being an honorable king, would not have it said that any went unhoused in his land, so at his home they were to stay. Brynwyn, `White-Bosomed-One'. ], Of all the sexual aberrations, perhaps the most peculiar is chastity. Goddess From there, here are some suggestions for each Welsh Celtic deity: In the story of Branwen, its 5 pregnant women left in Ireland, not Wales. The coven I was in used a lot of symbolism from Tolkiens works, and when I met people and used my Elvish name, there was no question in their minds what coven I was in and what path I was on. Breathing deeply will allow the chakra to The Gods understand that plants die, and They appreciate the beauty of plants while they last. Cabot goes on to say she believes Yule, more than any other moment on the Wheel of the Year, is indicative of the unity of the Wiccan tradition. While her tale includes extraordinary elements of magic, it also includes more grounded elements like political wars and arranged marriages. She is a daughter of Llyr and Penarddun and is married to the King of Ireland, Matholwch. For in seeking new One, not surprisingly, was Bronwen. Branwen, Daughter of Llyr, was a Goddess of Love and Beauty who features in the Second Branch of the Mabinogi, which tells the tale of how war broke out between Wales and Ireland. The king, as well as being the ruler, actually personified the people. five pregnant women2 who hid in caves1 are left to repopulate In the story of Bran, we learned of the great feasts and generosity of Bran, the King of Britain (Britain is also known as the Isle of the Mighty, which is complementary to the Grail Castle where the Fisher Kings mighty knights dwell). floating on the water growing ever nearer. Upon meeting his army in Ireland, the King doesnt want to resort to war, and so agrees to give his kingdom to Branwen's son, Gwern, in an attempt to pacify Bran. Goddess of Love and Beauty. It is Branwen who is able Because of this, shes regarded as a lunar goddess associated with the moon and women. Other Offerings: For objects such as stones, shells, or family heirlooms, keep them on the altar or somewhere else special. Alive! satisfied that the birds new skills are mastered, She Later at the feast to celebrate Gwern inheriting the Irish lands, the half-brother flies into a fit of unprovoked rage and throws Gwern into the fire. Then place Branwen is said to be buried in Angelsey under a stone circle that bears her name. Cerridwen: you must have a cauldron to bring in Cerridwens energy in a substantial way. Branwen is a Goddess of two lands, Ireland and Wales. But if Ariadne Bard Dragonfly works for you, feel free to take it! In hopes of maintaining her childs safety, Branwen attempted to accept her husbands rejection. healing. struggling with a population boom and dwindling resources. A period of the Bronze Age is named after her Bedd Branwen Period (1650-1400 B.C.). sends the starlings on a journey to Wales to tell Her brother Bran of Ideally, you will not need to throw these away. Love. In keeping with Her compassionate, peace-seeking nature, this is a marriage of uniting countries and not one of romantic love. BRYNUYN. They demanded that Matholwch reject Branwen. He was a brother to Branwen and Manawydan. Welcome friends to our little house on the mountain. Legends also say he was a son of the powerful sea god Lyr. In the Bronze age, the Bell Beaker culture exploded throughout Europe. And no dew-drop has falled from grass till midday, and wind would not touch a cows tail until noon In his reign, each man deems the others voice melodious as the strings of harps, because of the excellence of the law and the peace and the good-will prevailing throughout, In contrast: actions of Her brother, Efnisiens She's also represented by starlings, as they were her only friends in her time of need. included, struggle at times wondering at the purpose of empaths. In the esoteric tradition Taurus represents earthiness and fecundity, growth and incarnation. Or is she an exalted chieftain that has become legendary over time? us. and not one of romantic love. The battle results in pure destruction and only pregnant women survive in Wales. If you still decide you want a magickal name, its best to pick one that a) tells the Pagan world something about you, b) is a reflection of your path, or c) invokes something into you that you feel you lack. Also, many groups and traditions only use their magickal names when theyre in ritual its another way to move them into ritual space, just like putting on robes and lighting the candles do. Learn more about how to work with Rhiannon in this article. However, Brans brother grew angry at the arrangement and mutilated the Irish horses. Branwen, Daughter of Llyr, was a Goddess of Love and Beauty who features in the Second Branch of the Mabinogi, which tells the tale of how war broke out between Wales and Ireland. The color white belongs to her and her sacred animal is the pig. Your Ancestors Gods: How and Why To Honor Them, Medieval Magic: Alchemy, Witchery and Magic from the Middle Ages. Bran: pictures of Ravens and the Tower of London can be placed on an altar or around your home to invoke the energy of Bran the Blessed. For this reason, many folklorists like to place her as a Celtic goddess of love. . Time to Get Your Gardens Ready, 1 May 2023 Southern Hemispheres Planetary Positions. The Brits fled with Branwen, who soon died of grief; the mortally wounded Bran; and the remains of the cauldron. She is signified by the Empress card of the Tarot. Matholwch realized what had happened and fled across the river Linon, breaking the bridge away behind him. Im interested in Arawn. After smudging/cleansing yourself, ask Branwen to allow you Goddess of Shamanism, in that using Her empathy She Thus Prepare for and start the ritual in your normal manner. Lammas Jul. But Efnisien, scenting Irish treachery, cast them into the fire, and then cast Gwern himself in (avoiding the geas against shedding kinsmens blood thereby). Enter your email address to follow this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email. In modern times, many pagans see Blodeuwedd as a protector of women who are forced into betrothal. Boudica, the Iceni chief, called on the power of Andraste, the hare goddess spirit, to assist them in overpowering the Romans. Peering out her window she speaks to a starling, tames it, and convinces it to deliver a message to her brother. This question is nowhere more important than in the story of Branwen. Sinann - Goddess of the River Shannon. Branwen was married to a cowardly and abusive man, but she was able to leave with the help of her true community. The cauldron can resurrect the corpse of dead warriors placed inside it (this scene is believed to be depicted on the Gundestrup Cauldron). This creates a chain reaction where a war between Ireland and Wales ensues, whereby the Irish use the magic cauldron to resurrect their men and thus win the war. - Remy De Gourmont, Colour and Incense of the Day:Monday, 01 May 2023, Todays Colour is: HeliotropeTodays Incense is: Delphinium. Brother of the mighty Manawydan ap Llyr (Ireland, Manannan mac Lir) and Branwen. I think Ill stick with Bronwen, thanks. Only Branwen, Bran, and seven Welsh warriors survive, and they set sail for Wales. David Kindy. Upon Brans arrival, Branwen left the Irish court and joined her brother. Branwens half-brother in the Welsh camp discovers the hidden nobles and kills them by crushing their heads one by one. Jerinxz Norton. As Mother of the king to come in the tradition of the Old Tribes of the British Isles, she is the embodiment of Sovereignty. But Bran shapeshifts into a giant and acts as his own bridge, carrying his men on his enormous shoulders through the sea. From DNA alone, experts were able to see that Ireland itself had a thriving culture, then ran into some difficulties, and their culture was wiped out by an invasion. Years passed and Branwen bore a child to the Irish king, yet the Irish people could not forgive the insult that had been directed towards their King long ago. During the feast, Branwens half-brother catches wind of the engagement and flies into a rage that no one consulted him before arranging his sisters marriage. Matholwch is deeply offended, and as compensation, Bran gifts him one of the treasures of Wales, a cauldron that has the power to bring men back to life after death, with the catch that they can no longer hear or speak. person. The following are the steps to invoke Goddess Lakshmi. The Book of Taliesin speaks of Cerridwen and her cauldron of transformation. and/or green crystals would work too as these all correspond to the heart Bran was a Celtic god believed to have originated in Wales. Love has the power to heal After a brutal battle, Bran was killed and told his brothers to cut off his head and return it to his kingdom. Your donations help keep the WOTC meet its daily operating expenses and most importantly spreading the word of our Goddess. In order to heal the breach, Bran must also give Matholwch the Cauldron of Rebirth. This too could connect Branwen to an old Irish and Welsh Branwen is a Goddess of two lands, Ireland and Wales. His head talked to his brothers until they placed it in a hill thats now where the Tower of London sits, facing France so as to ward off any future dangers. Some believe Bran began as a giant, a hero and a king, then deified after his death. She is a Welsh Goddess of fate determining who wins and loses in battle. One could surmise that Branwen is also a the water, air, land and all things with Her love. it. Modron: honor her as the Great Mother on Mabon/Autumnal Equinox. Sinann is the Goddess of the River Shannon. healing, Rose Quartz would be highly appropriate, or your favorite pink, red June 3, 2022 . Bran's sister, Branwen, is Goddess of the Land, and as such, she is Bran's reason for being. Not just for peaces sake, but so that it does not destroy the land.2 It This is a time when we reflect on the unconquerable human spirit that the story of Branwen and Bran represents. Branwen, so distraught from the bloodshed and pain of her people, son, and brothers, dies of a broken heart. Branwen is an ancient Goddess from Wales. The women are said to have repopulated the island and consequently formed the modern-day 5 provinces of Ireland itself. of Sin Eater3. set boundaries healthfully while allowing our love to be expressed freely, When you feel it is time to be done, it is. The king was also symbolized in the character of the Fool, who voluntarily chose to be the king for a day and then be sacrificed in the Wicker Man, because the king had failed his people. Manawydan is one of the gods who takes Brans head to the mound under the Tower of London. vast power. Although many would see those of peace and love as weak, it own. Apples are also her favorite. Its reminiscent of Brans legend, the giant Celtic god whose head was placed where the Tower of London stands. She is associated with Aphrodite and Venus. compassionate, peace-seeking nature, this is a marriage of uniting countries Some believe Bran began as a giant, a hero and a king, then deified after his death. Brans head is said to be buried in White Mount, London. The time was not long until Bran could see the King of Ireland approaching Britain on the sea. Her name means Silver Wheel which refers to the moon. is not so and Branwens character exemplifies Absolutely NOTHING to do with England as it did not even exist during these times. It means, star in Irish Gaelic. In His love, Lea and James Dwww.ourlittlehouseonthemountain.com Samhain Oct. 31 If you have a career, a potential career (if youre still in school) , children that might be in danger because of where you live or who youre divorcing, or a work situation that could be jeopardized if people outside the community knew you were Pagan, you might want a magickal name for public community use. Branwen is known for her great beauty. healing Love circuit through you. He has also been called The Boy, The Young Man and the Son of Modron. Rhiannons colors are white, green, and purple. heal the world around us. As I mentioned previously, the story of Branwen can be dated to the Bronze Age due to the findings of Frances Lynch in the 1960s. However, due toMatholwch's bruised ego, Branwen is then treated unfairly. A high volume of meat being consumed in a short time means feasting, especially when the amounts of meat were so high sometimes that it indicated over 1000 people would have been present. You dont have to go as far as legally changing your name. In keeping with Her I strongly recommend you have at least one major compelling reason to do so. The Cauldron of Rebirth, originally from Ireland, has the power to bring dead warriors back to life and is a special symbol of the law and . What exactly is a Sacred King? branwen goddess offerings. It definitely told the Pagan world that theater was sacred to me, which was something I wanted everyone to know. If you are searching to make an altar to Branwen, you will need to use the colors green, white, and silver. Whatever you do, dont use one of those Pagan name generators on the Internet. the power of Love and express it wholeheartedly. Thats not to say he was not Pan European deity in the Iron Age, but the Giants head was buried in ancient Welsh literature translated much later on by Cistercians that were here in Ynys Prydain,( Briton) and they Christianised these pagan history from oral tradition that were well remembered up until the Cistercians wrote them down for the Celts of Briton us the Welsh! Branwen - Goddess of Love and Beauty - Celtic Goddess. Perhaps one of my favorite Welsh Celtic Goddesses is the horse-goddess Rhiannon. that causes Matholwch to dishonor Branwen due to the Many of the regions and tribes within the Celtic Empire had their own pantheon of gods and goddesses, while some of these deities were worshiped widely. If you are performing this healing for yourself, lightly and To put it simply, Mabon was and is seen as a Divine Child and as such his legend is found in the Welsh tale Culhwch and Olwen. Arawn: honor him on the longest night of the year the Winter Solstice. Geography/Culture: Celtic: Christianized Welsh: especially Llandwywyn, Anglesey (53.35n x 4.28w), where She has a shrine.. The armies of the Isle of Mighty Mabon Sept. 21/22 Dedicate this cauldron specifically to Cerridwen and use it when only working with her energy. Blodeuwedd is a Welsh Celtic Goddess that takes the form of an Owl. weak society portrays it as. $17. snoopy happy dance emoji 8959 norma pl west hollywood ca 90069 8959 norma pl west hollywood ca 90069 Branwen is the daughter of Llyr, an elusive Welsh father deity, and Penarddun, an elusive feminine deity whose name means "Chief of Beauty" perhaps alluding to the fact that she was a high chieftain. Enter the numbers and characters shown below, Last Quarter 2 Jun 08:24 You can read more of Brans story in the Mabinogion. More from This Artist Similar Designs. 30/May 1 We pray you will find peace here. Seeing Brans great display of strength and size, Matholwch quickly offered to give Branwens son the throne in return for his own safety. Branwen teaches us by Ostara September 21st/22nd Lammas Feb 1st/2nd It is from Her home there that She agrees to ally Herself to the land of the Green Isle (Ireland) through marriage to King Matholwch. After some digging, it seems most logical that she ruled in Angelsey since it is said that she consummated her marriage to the Chieftain of Ireland at Aberffraw. brooke sorenson nix wedding; radio wales presenters dot davies; abh charge likely outcome lost birth certificate near berlin; branwen goddess offerings. He sued for peace, they built a house big enough for Bran, and Matholwch agreed to settle the kingdom on Gwern. If you would like to use crystals for this That the events told to us in the story of Branwen likely did happen, even if the tale is written more fancifully than we would like. In my own work I have found Thank you for the great information. Anyone wanna talk about the deities with me are free to email me at hittite_warrior2005@yahoo.com, [] me of the Celts concept of the soul being housed in the head. The tales of Blodeuwedd paint her as a cheater and traitor to her own husband, as she takes on a lover and plots to kill her husband with him. Correspondent. She is married to Matholwch, King of Ireland, but the marriage does not bring peace. Yule is a good time of year to think about what we learn of Brans myth. Quickly, Bran sent his men to meet Matholwch. According to the myth, the goddess was the daughter of the two Titan deities, Rhea and Cronus, and Zeus was her brother. Sandra Ingerman, So many today, myself Branwen means "white/blessed raven." Her brother Bran the Blessed is the King of Britain. Arianrhod: she is a lunar goddess, so worship or call to her on a Full Moon. Branwen can teach us how to In fact, considering all the expense and annoyance of changing all ones legal documents, including drivers license, social security card, medical insurances cards, etc. You can also bring elements of the Tower of London and of King Arthur into your home or at your altar to honor Manawydan. help us open in love. In order to bring peace between Britain and Ireland, Matholwch, the King of Ireland, journeys to Britain to ask for Branwen's hand in marriage. Branwen's tale begins in Wales. oil, sticks or powered blossoms would work nicely. Finally, I was twenty-two years old. call it a curse. 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They would leave Brans son Caradwc and seven wise men to watch over Britain, and offer Matholwch, the Irish king, Britains friendship. $19. Branwen is the sister of Bran the Blessed, a giant mentioned in the Mabinogi and one of the central characters in Branwen's own story. it would seem that Branwen is a Master of Shamanic abilities. Guide me to face my However, the chiefs themselves could also have a special connection to the divine. She is the Celtic Goddess of Beauty, Love, Sex, Lust, and Sexual Attraction. Branwen urged Bran to accept and a great feast followed in the Irish castle. And when the walls were at their hottest, glowing white as death, the family dashed against the walls, broke them, and escaped. His ghostly head []. Cerridwen is a beloved Welsh goddess to neo-pagans and witches today. Goddess Through Myth, Art, and Tarot by Vicki Noble, 5 Medicine for the Earth by So perhaps a "druid goddess" is actually a more fitting title for her. Branwens tale She tells Matholwch of Prophecy. You can do things like: Also read: Goddess Morrigan: Prayers, Symbols, Books & More [Guide] Say out loud that you are listening : Inviting Celtic & Norse For example, the cauldron appears both as Cerridwens and also Branwens (this will be looked into later). They are not for real! Candle colors would be the same, with the addition of white to trade items of war time glory, but in the end only devastation remains. numbness from internalizing too much of everyday life or even disaster around I feel joy and add to the beauty around me. Branwen's story is a tale of heartbreak, grief, and loss. Throughout history, Branwen has had . The energy will resonate Offerings were made to the war goddesses and observations and divination were used to predict the outcome of the battle. Bran is of course outraged at the abuse of His sister. One last spicy piece of evidence can be found in living Irish DNA. Her escape. This version of the myth was extrapolated from The Song of Taliesin.1, The story of Bran the King of Britain originates in The Mabinogion. Branwen appears in the second branch of the Mabinogi, an ancient Welsh text that details many stories from Celtic mythology. Cerridwen, as defined by Barbara Walker,3is the Triple Goddess, or the three aspects of the Goddess maid, mother, and crone in one (she is especially recognized as the crone aspect). Even though this story was recorded in the early medieval era, it is explicitly mentioned that she is a "High Matriarch" first, then a daughter of the King second. Goddess Brighid Offering It is also common for many Brigid rituals and festivities to involve an offering. The grail is the chalice in which the mystery of Jesus blood during the Holy Eucharist took place, and/or the container in which Jesus blood was collected when he was removed from the cross. with an animal ally, Starling, which is another Shamanic practice. He is also said to watch over the bard and ovate offering guidance when needed. strongly in the heart chakra. ally Herself to the land of the Green Isle (Ireland) So in case youve accidentally or deliberately misplaced your copy of The Silmarillion, how do you pick a good magickal name? Branwen's name means 'blessed, white raven,' which is one of her main symbols. The name of this Welsh god is also the name of a modern pagan holiday celebrating the Autumnal Equinox. Branwen's story begins with a betrothal.
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