dreamDictionary.alsoKnownAs: abysm
In a dream, Falling represents a very common nightmare topic in population studies.
In a dream, a **well** can represent **knowledge**, **marriage**, **a notable person**, **prison**, **ties**, or **deception**. Seeing oneself **looking into a well** means thinking about a particular woman for marriage. [S1] **Falling into a muddy well** means becoming subject to the **tyranny of an unjust ruler**; **falling into a clear-water well** means **willingly serving a righteous man** (for a modest wage). [S1] **Falling into a well** may also mean **demotion** or **travel**; **sitting at the edge of a well** means **dealing with a deceiving person**; a **collapsed well** represents a **dying woman**; a **well** may also signify **depression** or **prison**. [S1]
dictionary.source: *Ibn Sīrīn’s* tradition as compiled **’s Dictionary Dreams** (al-Akili, ed./trans.). Block label: **FALLBACK: RELATED MOTIF** <End block> <Start block> **Wadi / Valley (wādī) — steep drop** If one **falls into a steep wādī** (valley) ** feels no harm**, it signifies **receiving a gift from someone authority**. [S2] Dream Interpreter: *Ibn Sīrīn’s* tradition as compiled **’s Dictionary Dreams** (al-Akili, ed./trans.). Block label: **FALLBACK: RELATED MOTIF** <End block> <Start block> **Deep Sea / Deep River — bottomless depth** **Falling into a deep sea or deep river but not reaching bottom** signifies **wealth prosperity** (“for world… represents a deep ocean”). [S3] Dream Interpreter: *Ibn Sīrīn’s* tradition as compiled **’s Dictionary Dreams** (al-Akili, ed./trans.). Block label: **FALLBACK: RELATED MOTIF** <End block>
Since the Abyss (Tehōm) isn’t directly addressed as a standalone dream symbol in the sources reviewed, interpretations derive from thematically related water-depth motifs. Generally, deep water represents sources of life and potential, but also hidden dangers and transformative experiences. The presence of water features in a dream often relates to emotional states and the dreamer's subconscious. Because water sustains life, these motifs can also indicate spiritual nourishment.
dictionary.source: Babylonian Talmud (Berakhot) via analogous
A well (Be’er), as a source of fresh water, represents peace, Torah (divine knowledge), or life itself. If one sees a well in a dream, it symbolizes an encounter with peace or the attainment of Torah. This connection between wells and positive outcomes stems from the association of living water with spiritual fulfillment. The calmness associated with water suggests the serenity one will find by following a path that contains peace.
dictionary.source: Babylonian Talmud (Berakhot 56b)
The Talmud connects the image of a "well" with "Torah" through the imagery of "living water," suggesting a second, distinct interpretation. If one sees a well in a dream, it means they will find Torah. The connection to divine knowledge emphasizes that the source represents enlightenment and the acquisition of spiritual understanding. This imagery aligns with the idea that immersion in Torah is analogous to drinking from a well of wisdom.
dictionary.source: Babylonian Talmud (Berakhot 56b)
If one dreams of being on the high sea (Yam), it can represent acquiring a good name or reputation. However, the outcome is dependent on the setting. If one dreams of sitting in a small boat on the high sea, he will acquire a good name. On the other hand, if it is a large boat, he and his family will acquire a good name, but the result occurs only when on the high sea.
dictionary.source: Babylonian Talmud (Berakhot 57a)
A river (Nahar) in a dream signifies peace, especially when connected to a positive verse. If one sees a river in a dream, it signifies peace. Ideally, after seeing a river in the dream, the dreamer will recite, “I will extend peace to her like a river,” reinforcing the positive omen. Context matters as only when one has peace will the symbolism be realized.
dictionary.source: Babylonian Talmud (Berakhot 56b)
In a dream, a **well** represents **peace**, or **Torah**, or **life**. Seeing a **well** in a dream means **peace**. [BT-56b-WELL1] If one sees a **well** in a dream, it means he will **find Torah**. [BT-56b-WELL2] **
dictionary.source: ** Babylonian Talmud (Berakhot 56b) **Block label:** <FALLBACK: RELATED MOTIF> <End block> <Start block> **River (Nahar)** In a , a **river** represents **peace** (when framed with positive verse). If one sees a **river** a , it means **peace** (per verse “I will extend peace to her like a river”). [BT-56b-RIVER] **Dream Interpreter:** Babylonian Talmud (Berakhot 56b) **Block label:** <FALLBACK: RELATED MOTIF> <End block> <Start block> **Sea / High Sea (Yam)** In a , **seafaring** can represent **a good name/reputation** (context: being on **high sea**). If one s he is sitting a **small boat**, he will **acquire a good name**; a **large boat**, **he his family**—**but only on high sea**. [BT-57a-BOAT] **Dream Interpreter:** Babylonian Talmud (Berakhot 57a) **Block label:** <FALLBACK: RELATED MOTIF> <End block> <Start block> **Marsh (Agam)** In a , entering a **marsh** represents **promotion to head an academy**. If one s that he **walks into a marsh**, he will **become head an academy**. [BT-57a-MARSH] **Dream Interpreter:** Babylonian Talmud (Berakhot 57a) **Block label:** <FALLBACK: RELATED MOTIF> <End block>
The absence of a direct equivalent for "Abyss" in Hindu dream interpretations necessitates using related motifs like falling into depth or encountering deep waters. Dreams of such scenarios reflect profound vulnerability and potential for transformation. Depending on the context, the dream can signal misfortune or auspicious outcomes. Navigating these symbolic depths requires careful consideration of the dream's specific details and the dreamer's circumstances.
dictionary.source: Canonical -omen
In a dream, gazing into a **well** can portend a connection with the **“spring-road” (泉路)**—a euphemism for the way to the underworld (death). Seeing “peering into a well and smiling” in a dream was glossed by a day-calculator as “喜於泉路也”—“rejoicing in the spring-road,” i.e., taking the road to the springs (death). [C1]
dictionary.source: *Taiping Guangji* (太平廣記) Block label: <FALLBACK: RELATED MOTIF> <End block> :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0} <Start block> **Hexagram 29 坎 (The Pit/Abysmal Water) — matrix for “abyss/pit”** In classical hermeneutics, **坎** denotes pits/abysses repeated danger; as a analogue, it frames s falling into pits, wells, ravines, or perilous depths as situations **danger, entrapment, trials** before emergence. “彖曰：習坎，入于坎窞，凶。”—“Tuan says: Repeated ‘Kǎn’; to enter pit—ominous.” [C2] (While **Yijing** is not itself a book, later oneiromancy commonly borrows its imagery; here **坎** supplies tradition’s **abyss/pit** semantics.) Dream Interpreter: *Yijing* (易經), Hexagram 29 Block label: <FALLBACK: RELATED MOTIF> <End block> :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
In a dream, **Falling** represents a *very common nightmare topic* in population studies. Seeing oneself **fall** in a dream is among “the five most common” nightmare themes (with being chased, paralysis, lateness, death of close persons). :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0} If one sees **falling** recurring across eras, it reflects a *typical dream theme* documented in longitudinal surveys (1956–2000). :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
dictionary.source: **Empirical nightmare/topic surveys** Block label: **FALLBACK: RELATED MOTIF** <End block> <Start block> **Hole / Pit / Chasm (falling into a hole)** In a , a **hole/pit** often appears within empirical phrase-level coding as an action–setting composite (e.g., *“Falling a hole”*). Seeing a **hole** that one **descends into** is an attested event description scientific content analyses. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2} If one sees a character **“fall into a hole ground,”** it is an example a coded misfortune/accident within analyzed series. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3} Dream Interpreter: **Content-analytic studies reports** Block label: **FALLBACK: RELATED MOTIF** <End block> <Start block> **Void / “Nothingness phase” (objectless awareness during sleep)** In sleep experience research contiguous with ing, a **Void** (objectless awareness) represents an *imageless, contentless phase* some sleepers report during night. Researchers “isolated a similar phase… labeled as ‘**nothingness phase**’,” characterized sense awareness without ordinary perceptual content. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4} Seeing (or rather, *being aware *) a **dark, imageless state** during a /sleep transition means an *objectless* awareness episode as described micro-phenomenological studies. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5} Dream Interpreter: **Alcaraz-Sánchez et al., experimental phenomenology** Block label: **FALLBACK: RELATED MOTIF** <End block> <Start block> **Cliff / Cave / Tunnel (natural depth/void settings coding systems)** In a , a **cliff/cave/tunnel** represents a *coded natural setting/object* Hall–Van de Castle system; these terrains are recorded to quantify context (not to impose fixed meanings). “Terrain such as… **cliff, cave, valley**” is explicitly listed for coding. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6} Seeing oneself ** a tunnel or cave** a is *coded as an outdoor setting* for systematic . :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7} Dream Interpreter: **Hall–Van de Castle (HVDC) quantitative coding** Block label: **FALLBACK: RELATED MOTIF** <End block>
3) Evidence Catalog [S1] Michael Schredl — “Nightmare frequency and nightmare topics in a representative German sample.” Eur Arch Psychiatry Clin Neurosci 260(8), 2010. PubMed Abstract. pp./PMID: Abstract; PMID 20229263. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20229263/ Quote: “The five most common themes were falling, being chased, paralyzed, being late, and the deaths of close persons.” Notes: Representative adult sample; establishes falling as a leading nightmare topic. Tag: FALLBACK MOTIF: Falling [S2] G. W. Domhoff (ed.) — Coding Rules for the Hall/Van de Castle System: Settings. UCSC DreamResearch.net. (online edition). Section: “Location.” https://dreams.ucsc.edu/Coding/settings.html Quote: “Being in a tunnel or cave is coded as an outdoor setting.” Notes: Authoritative secondary presentation of original HVDC rules. Tag: FALLBACK MOTIF: Cave/Tunnel (setting) [S3] G. W. Domhoff (ed.) — Coding Rules for the Hall/Van de Castle System: Objects. UCSC DreamResearch.net. (online edition). Section: “Nature (NA).” https://dreams.ucsc.edu/Coding/objects.html Quote: “terrain such as mountain, plateau, cliff, cave, valley” Notes: Establishes cliffs/caves as standard coded natural objects. Tag: FALLBACK MOTIF: Cliff/Cave (object) [S4] Adriana Alcaraz-Sánchez et al. — “Nothingness Is All There Is: An Exploration of Objectless Awareness During Sleep.” Frontiers in Psychology 13, 2022. pp.: article 901031. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9226678/ (PDF) Quote: “we isolated a similar phase across 12 reported experiences labeled as ‘nothingness phase’…” Notes: Micro-phenomenological interviews; characterizes void-like, imageless phases during sleep. Tag: FALLBACK MOTIF: Void/Objectless awareness [S5] Adriana Alcaraz-Sánchez — “Awareness in the void: a micro-phenomenological exploration of conscious dreamless sleep.” Phenomenology and the Cognitive Sciences (accepted 2021; online 2023). DOI: 10.1007/s11097-021-09743-0. https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s11097-021-09743-0 Quote: “objectless awareness during sleep… there is nothing to be aware of, one is merely conscious.” Notes: Philosophical/phenomenological framing of the “void” during sleep. Tag: FALLBACK MOTIF: Void/Objectless awareness [S6] M. G. Music et al. — “Mapping dreams in a computational space: A phrase-level approach.” Consciousness and Cognition 102, 2022. (Abstract page) https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S105381002200160X Quote: “Example: ‘Falling in a hole.’” Notes: Demonstrates standardized phrases capturing descent-into-void actions in dream text. Tag: FALLBACK MOTIF: Hole/Pit/Chasm [S7] G. Pap et al. — “Analysis of a dream series by the Dream Coding System (DCS).” Int J Dream Res 14(2), 2021. PMC article: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8451208/ Quote: “…fall in, fall into a hole in the ground.” Notes: Concrete dream-report example including “fall into a hole.” Tag: FALLBACK MOTIF: Hole/Pit/Chasm [S8] Michael Schredl — “Typical dreams of falling, being chased, and being paralyzed in Germany from 1956 to 2000.” Int J Dream Res 14(2), 2021. PDF: https://journals.ub.uni-heidelberg.de/index.php/IJoDR/article/view/75878/74408 Quote: “Typical dreams of falling, being chased, and being paralyzed…” Notes: Longitudinal typical-dreams evidence; corroborates prevalence of falling theme. Tag: FALLBACK MOTIF: Falling 4) Sources (full citations) [S1] Schredl, M. “Nightmare frequency and nightmare topics in a representative German sample.” European Archives of Psychiatry and Clinical Neuroscience 260, no. 8 (2010): 565–570. DOI:10.1007/s00406-010-0112-3. PubMed Abstract: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20229263/ PubMed [S2] Domhoff, G. William (ed.). “The Classification and Coding of Settings.” In Coding Rules for the Hall/Van de Castle System of Quantitative Dream Content Analysis. University of California, Santa Cruz, DreamResearch.net (online). https://dreams.ucsc.edu/Coding/settings.html dreams.ucsc.edu [S3] Domhoff, G. William (ed.). “The Classification and Coding of Objects (Nature class).” In Coding Rules for the Hall/Van de Castle System of Quantitative Dream Content Analysis. University of California, Santa Cruz, DreamResearch.net (online). https://dreams.ucsc.edu/Coding/objects.html dreams.ucsc.edu [S4] Alcaraz-Sánchez, A., et al. “Nothingness Is All There Is: An Exploration of Objectless Awareness During Sleep.” Frontiers in Psychology 13 (2022): 901031. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9226678/ PMC [S5] Alcaraz-Sánchez, A. “Awareness in the void: a micro-phenomenological exploration of conscious dreamless sleep.” Phenomenology and the Cognitive Sciences (2023). DOI:10.1007/s11097-021-09743-0. https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s11097-021-09743-0 SpringerLink [S6] Music, M. G., et al. “Mapping dreams in a computational space: A phrase-level approach.” Consciousness and Cognition 102 (2022): 103346. (Abstract page with examples). https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S105381002200160X ScienceDirect [S7] Pap, G., et al. “Analysis of a dream series by the Dream Coding System (DCS).” International Journal of Dream Research 14, no. 2 (2021): 351–360. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8451208/ PMC [S8] Schredl, M. “Typical dreams of falling, being chased, and being paralyzed in Germany from 1956 to 2000.” International Journal of Dream Research 14, no. 2 (2021): 195–200. https://journals.ub.uni-heidelberg.de/index.php/IJoDR/article/view/75878/74408 journals.ub.uni-heidelberg.de Notes on scope & hierarchy No DIRECT attestations of the literal term Abyss were found in mainstream empirical/quantitative dream research sources. Accordingly, the entries above are STRICT FALLBACKS to parent/functional analogues within Scientific Research: falling (descent), holes/pits/chasms, void/objectless awareness, and depth-related terrains (cliffs/caves/tunnels) as codified or analyzed in peer-reviewed work and canonical coding manuals. All lines are evidence-tied and avoid symbolic claims beyond what sources support.
The "abyss" itself isn't directly addressed in classical Islamic dream interpretation. However, related motifs like falling into deep places – wells, valleys, seas, and rivers – serve as symbolic substitutes. These falls, regardless of the specific location, generally point to significant life changes or encounters with power. The nature of the water or the feeling during the fall dictates the outcome, ranging from prosperity to tyranny. The key theme is a descent into something deep and potentially transformative.
dictionary.source: Ibn Sīrīn (attributed)
If one falls into a *wādī* (valley) and feels no harm, this signifies receiving a gift or favor from someone in authority. This interpretation highlights the potential for a "gentle" descent leading to a positive reward. The absence of pain indicates a smooth transition, a sign that the change in status or circumstances will be beneficial. This can be understood as an interpretation where difficulty is absent or minimized.
dictionary.source: Ibn Sīrīn (attributed)
Falling into a clear-water well suggests willingly serving a righteous man and potentially receiving modest compensation. The purity of the water symbolizes piety and goodness, aligning the dreamer with a virtuous path. In contrast to negative scenarios, this "fall" is a deliberate choice to embrace a spiritual or morally upright lifestyle, accepting a position of service to a just leader or mentor. This action signifies submission to higher moral principles.
dictionary.source: Ibn Sīrīn (attributed)
Falling into a muddy well carries the meaning of becoming subject to the tyranny of an unjust ruler. The muddy water signifies corruption and oppression, indicating that the dreamer will suffer under the control of someone immoral or unjust. Alternatively, a well in general might symbolize depression or imprisonment, implying confinement and emotional distress. The fall, in these instances, is a negative omen, suggesting hardship and loss of freedom.
dictionary.source: Ibn Sīrīn (attributed)
If one falls into a deep sea or a deep river but does not reach the bottom, this foretells wealth and prosperity. The endless depth is equated to the vastness of the world and its riches. Conversely, merely sitting at the edge of a well indicates dealing with a deceiving person, while a collapsed well represents the death of a woman. Furthermore, falling into a well in general may mean demotion or travel. Thus, the contextual elements surrounding the "abyss" motif influence the interpretations drastically.
dictionary.source: Ibn Sīrīn (attributed)
Dreaming of falling from a great height or drowning in deep water is generally considered an inauspicious omen, signifying potential misfortune. This suggests impending challenges and a need for remedial action. Such dreams necessitate propitiations to avert negative outcomes and restore balance. The image of submersion represents a loss of control and vulnerability to unseen forces.
dictionary.source: Agni Purāṇa (Svapna-adhyāya, ch. 229)
Conversely, traversing deep or turbid waters like a river, pool, or sea, can predict gain or cure. This interpretation hinges on the dreamer's health status, with the dream suggesting material gain for the healthy and recovery for the sick. The act of crossing signifies overcoming obstacles and emerging into a more favorable state. The turbid nature of the water does not necessarily denote negativity but may instead indicate a period of transformation.
dictionary.source: Suśruta Saṃhitā (Sūtrasthāna 29)
If one dreams of falling into deep pits of darkness, this symbolizes the danger of hellish destinies and the urgency to seek spiritual guidance. Seeing oneself on the verge of falling into three such pits represents imminent peril connected to hell realms. This calls for immediate remedial spiritual action, such as seeking a qualified teacher or taking refuge in protective deities. This aligns with the Buddhist understanding of hells (naraka) as places of suffering and the importance of avoiding actions that lead to such realms. The dream is thus a potent warning and a call to seek protection and guidance.
dictionary.source: Blue Annals
The abyss in Chinese dream interpretation represents a state of danger, entrapment, and trials. It symbolizes a perilous situation or a hidden threat that the dreamer must confront before they can emerge successfully. The depth and darkness of the abyss often mirror the severity of the challenge. The abyss also represents unconsciousness, fear of the unknown, or a fall from grace.
dictionary.source: *Yijing* & *Taiping Guangji
Falling into a pit, well, ravine, or other deep abyss signifies impending misfortune and potential entrapment. The *Yijing*'s Hexagram 29, "Kǎn," illustrates this principle, denoting repeated danger and challenges. If one dreams of gazing into a well, it could portend a connection with the "spring-road" (泉路), a euphemism for the underworld and, therefore, death. Seeing oneself "peering into a well and smiling" is interpreted as "rejoicing in the spring-road," suggesting acceptance of death.
dictionary.source: *Taiping Guangji* & *Yijing
The specific form of the abyss influences the interpretation. A well, unlike a ravine or pit, might suggest a connection to the spiritual realm or the potential for hidden resources, albeit ones accessed with caution. The dreamer's actions within the dream are also crucial; struggling to climb out implies a difficult battle against adversity, while passively accepting the fall suggests resignation or a surrender to fate. The interpretation needs to consider the dreamer’s emotional state during the dream.
dictionary.source: *Yijing* & *Taiping Guangji
The general interpretation of encountering an abyss in a dream often symbolizes a profound journey into the self or confrontation with the unknown. This aligns with scientific interpretations where "falling" in dreams is a common nightmare theme, representing anxieties or insecurities. An abyss can also signal a period of introspection, where one descends into the depths of their subconscious to grapple with unresolved issues. It may represent the need for a significant transformation or a period of uncertainty before a breakthrough.
dictionary.source: Empirical nightmare/topic surveys
Dreams involving an abyss, particularly falling into one, may represent feelings of being overwhelmed, lost, or trapped in a difficult situation. Similar to the void during sleep experience research, being aware of a dark, imageless state during a dream/sleep transition may signal the fear of the unknown or a loss of control. The abyss can also embody feelings of worthlessness, despair, or a sense of impending doom. This can be closely tied to events that cause a loss of faith, or a deep fear of one's future prospects.
dictionary.source: Alcaraz-Sánchez et al., experimental phenomenology
The specific context of the abyss is vital for a more accurate interpretation. If one sees a cliff, cave, or tunnel that provides a place to safely observe the abyss, it might suggest a chance to face challenges strategically. When falling into a hole within a dream, which is often coded as an action–setting composite, this might mean missteps in plans will lead to negative circumstances. A dream where one is near, but avoids falling into an abyss could indicate successful avoidance of an ordeal.
dictionary.source: Content-analytic studies reports
In dreams, the abyss primarily represents significant worldly threats and personal struggles. Seeing or "looking into" an abyss suggests imminent confrontation with threats of property seizure, combined with disruptive quarrels and reproaches that could destabilize one's life. This signifies a period of intense hardship and potential loss, highlighting vulnerability and exposure to adverse circumstances. If one falls into the abyss, it indicates complete disappointment and failure to overcome these challenges, reflecting a sense of being overwhelmed by life's difficulties.
dictionary.source: Gustavus Hindman Miller, *Ten Thousand Dreams Interpreted
The symbolism of the abyss can shift based on the dreamer's circumstances and actions within the dream. Specifically for women, encountering an abyss in a dream may foretell the burdening of oneself with unwelcome cares and responsibilities. However, successfully crossing or avoiding the abyss signifies a recovery of status and the reestablishment of oneself in a favorable position. This implies that despite initial difficulties and burdens, there is potential for resilience and the restoration of stability.
dictionary.source: Gustavus Hindman Miller, *Ten Thousand Dreams Interpreted
The abyss, in dream interpretation, broadly symbolizes a journey into the depths of the self or the unconscious. It represents a challenging, transformative experience, potentially involving confronting fears, uncertainties, or hidden aspects of one's being. Seeing oneself approaching or near an abyss can indicate a pivotal moment, requiring careful consideration and introspection. Navigating the abyss successfully often signifies resilience and the potential for profound personal growth.
dictionary.source: synthesized .
Falling into an abyss typically signifies a loss of control, despair, or a descent into negativity. If one sees themselves repeatedly falling, it points to recurring anxieties or unresolved issues. Encountering darkness or nothingness within the abyss can indicate feelings of emptiness, lack of purpose, or spiritual disconnection. Experiencing this state might suggest a need for self-reflection and a search for renewed meaning.
dictionary.source: Empirical nightmare/topic surveys
Dreaming of a chasm, pit, or hole symbolizes hidden dangers or traps. Descending into such a hole indicates facing difficulties or consequences. Observing a character "fall into a hole in the ground" in a dream series means encountering an accident or misfortune. Seeing a cliff, cave, or tunnel implies being in an outdoor setting while dreaming, indicating a surrounding for systematic analysis.
dictionary.source: Content-analytic studies reports
In a dream, **falling from a great height** or **drowning in a river** represents **inauspicious outcomes** (bad omen), requiring remedial rites. Agni Purāṇa, Svapna-adhyāya (ch. 229) lists both among inauspicious dreams. Seeing such falling/drowning in a dream means misfortune unless propitiations are done. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
dictionary.source: **Agni Purāṇa (Svapna-adhyāya, ch. 229)** Block label: **FALLBACK: RELATED MOTIF** <End block> <Start block> **Traversing deep/turbid waters (river, pool, sea)** In a , **sailing over a river, pool, or sea turbid water** can predict **gain or cure** (auspicious), depending on whether er is healthy or ill. Seeing oneself crossing such water a means **material gain for healthy** or **recovery for sick**. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1} Dream Interpreter: **Suśruta Saṃhitā (Sūtrasthāna 29)** Block label: **FALLBACK: RELATED MOTIF** <End block>
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