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| RELB 104 THE MINISTRY OF JESUS | 4 |
Survey of ChristÕs life in its historical setting as a basis for
determining Christian action. Not open to students with senior
standing.
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| RELB 105 THE SERMON ON THE MOUNT | 2 |
Study of the Sermon on the Mount as it relates to the needs of the
Christian. Not open to students with senior standing.
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| RELB 106 THE PARABLES OF JESUS | 2 |
Exegetical study of JesusÕ parables; considers literary structure,
historical context, and relevance for today. Not open to students with
senior standing.
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| RELB 111 MESSAGES OF THE OLD TESTAMENT | 4 |
Survey of basic themes of the Old Testament. Not open to students with
senior standing.
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| RELB 132 INTRODUCTION TO THE BIBLE | 3 |
Introduction to the historical background, content and methods of
study of both Old and New Testaments. Open only to theology and
religion majors. Prerequisite: RELH 131.
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| RELB 216 MESSAGES OF PAUL | 4 |
Survey of the basic themes of PaulÕs letters.
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| RELB 220 BIBLE STUDY RESOURCES | 3 |
An introduction to the tools of biblical study. Includes the rudiments
of Greek and Hebrew, as well as the use of lexicons, dictionaries, and
concordances. Does not apply to major in theology.
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| RELB 301 OLD TESTAMENT HISTORY | 3 |
Study of the historical framework in which the religion of Israel
developed; considers dominant events and trends in GodÕs saving
relationship to His covenant people.
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| RELB 302 PENTATEUCH | 3 |
Exegetical examination of significant passages in the first section of
the Hebrew Bible (Old Testament); considers the historical setting,
authorship, time, circumstance of writing, and other literary and
theological questions.
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| RELB 303 OLD TESTAMENT PSALMS, STORIES, AND WISDOM | 3 |
Introduction to the third section of the Hebrew Bible; considers
authorship, the time and circumstance of writing, and other literary
and theological questions.
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| RELB 304 HEBREW PROPHETS I | 4 |
A study of the ministry and messages of the early prophets of Israel.
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| RELB 305 HEBREW PROPHETS II | 4 |
Examination of the ministry and messages of the exilic and post-exilic
prophets, including a consideration of their relevance for today.
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| RELB 329 GREEK EXEGESIS | 3 |
Exegetical study of selected New Testament and Septuagint texts with a
focus on exegetical methods. Prerequisites:
GREK 331, 332,
333 and/or the successful completion of the Greek proficiency
examination.
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| RELB 333 BIBLICAL PERSPECTIVES ON HEALING | 4 |
A survey of the various ways biblical writers describe restoration to
wholeness of life and of how these biblical views have been understood
in prominent Christian traditions down to modern times. Offered on
Portland campus.
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| RELB 412 DANIEL AND REVELATION | 4 |
An exegetical study of the apocalyptic books of Daniel and Revelation
within their historical and literary contexts, with special attention
to their significance for Christian Eschatology.
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| RELB 423 HEBREW EXEGESIS | 3 |
Exegetical study of selected Old Testament passages based on Hebrew
text. Prerequisites: HEBR 331,
332.
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| RELB 434 GOSPEL OF MARK | 3 OR 4 |
Exegetical examination of the gospel of Mark that attends to synoptic
relations, literary devices, dominant themes and relevance. (College
Place CampusÑ3 quarter hours; Portland CampusÑ4 quarter hours.)
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| RELB 435 GOSPEL OF MATTHEW | 3 OR 4 |
Exegetical examination of the gospel of Matthew with attention to
synoptic relations, literary devices, dominant themes and relevance.
(College Place CampusÑ3 quarter hours; Portland CampusÑ4 quarter
hours.)
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| RELB 436 GOSPEL OF JOHN | 3 OR 4 |
An exegetical reading of the gospel of John that attends to literary
devices, dominant themes and relevance. (College Place CampusÑ3
quarter hours; Portland CampusÑ4 quarter hours.)
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| RELB 437 GOSPEL OF LUKE | 3 OR 4 |
Exegetical examination of the gospel of Luke that attends to synoptic
relations, literary devices, dominant themes and relevance. (College
Place CampusÑ3 quarter hours; Portland CampusÑ4 quarter hours.)
Offered on demand.
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| RELB 454 LITERATURE OF THE BIBLE (OR ENGL 454) | 4 |
Prerequisite: General Studies literature or
ENGL 234. See the English section of this Bulletin.
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| RELB 455 BOOK OF JUDGES: A CROSS-DISCIPLINARY APPROACH (OR ENGL 455) | 4 |
An interdisciplinary approach to the Book of Judges, including
historical, literary, theological, archaeological, and anthropological
methods. The course is designed to model various scholarly methods in
the study of a biblical text. Prerequisite: One general education
literature course and one biblical studies course, or permission of
instructor. Will be offered even years only.
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| RELB 464 THESSALONIANS AND CORINTHIANS | 3 |
Exegetical study of 1 & 2 Thessalonians, and 1 & 2 Corinthians, within
their historical contexts. Students who have taken
RELB 216 should not register for this
course without special permission.
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| RELB 465 NEW TESTAMENT PRISON, PASTORAL AND GENERAL LETTERS | 3 |
Exegetical study of Colossians, Philemon, Ephesians, Philippians, 1 &
2 Timothy, Titus, Hebrews, James, 1 & 2 Peter, Jude, and 1, 2, & 3
John, within their historical contexts. Students who have taken
RELB 216 should not register for this course without special
permission.
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| RELB 466 GALATIONS AND ROMANS | 3 |
Exegetical study of Galatians and Romans, within their historical
contexts. Students who have taken RELB 216
should not register for this course without special permission.
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| RELH 131 INTRODUCTION TO CHRISTIAN FAITH | 3 |
Exploration of faith and reason, authority and creativity, and the
spiritual disciplines. The course includes a required weekend
retreat, graded S or NC. Open only to theology and religion majors.
(Course fee $40)
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| RELH 205 BIBLICAL ARCHAEOLOGY | 3 |
Introduction to the science of archaeology with particular attention
to those discoveries which bear on the interpretation of the Biblical
text.
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| RELH 303 WORLD RELIGIONS | 3 |
Introduction to the greater religions of mankind, such as Hinduism,
Buddhism, Confucianism, Shintoism, Islam, and Christianity; considers
the historical setting out of which these religions arose, their
founders, their basic teachings and rituals, their conceptions of God
and mankind, as well as their influence on cultural development.
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| RELH 402 MODERN DENOMINATIONS | 3 |
Study of the cardinal teachings of a number of the prominent
denominations of the world; includes comparisons of the teachings
relating to God, salvation, sin, and the future.
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| RELH 406 HISTORY OF THE ENGLISH BIBLE | 2 |
Survey of the history of the Bible from the earliest manuscripts
through the science of textual criticism to a comparison of the
numerous English versions currently available.
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| RELH 425 PSYCHOLOGY OF RELIGION (OR PSYC 425) | 3 |
See the Education and Psychology section of this bulletin.
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| RELH 455 EARLY CHURCH HISTORY | 3 |
Study of the rise of Christianity with emphasis on the development of
theological concepts. Prerequisite:
ENGL 224 or permission of instructor.
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| RELH 457 HISTORY OF ADVENTISM | 2 |
Study of the rise and development of the Seventh-day Adventist
denomination.
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| RELH 490 ARCHAEOLOGICAL FIELDWORK | 0-4 |
Participation in an archaeological expedition. Involves all aspects of
dig life Ñ stratigraphic excavation employing the most up-to-date
methodologies, careful recording and analysis of data in consultation
with experts from a wide range of disciplines. Prerequisites:
RELH 205 or permission of instructor. Application to the
School of Theology is required by March 1 of the year the course is
taken. Offered summers of even years.
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| SOCI 449 SOCIOLOGY OF RELIGION | 2 |
See the Social Work and Sociology section of this bulletin.
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| RELM 233 INTRODUCTION TO CROSS-CULTURAL MINISTRY | 3 |
Study of the major issues involved in communicating Christianity in
other cultures with the aim of preparing the student for actual field
work. This prerequisite for student missionaries is also open to other
interested students.
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| RELP 133 INTRODUCTION TO MINISTRY | 3 |
Relates active participation in the life of faith to pastoral
ministry. Involves participating in and evaluating personal and
corporate acts of memory, celebration, witness, visitation, and social
concern. Open only to theology and religion majors. Prerequisites:
RELH 131, RELB 132.
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| RELP 237 CHURCH MINISTRY | 4 |
A study of the skills needed for personal and public ministry,
including pastoral visitation and counseling, and various forms of
evangelism. Combines theory and practice on how to minister to people
of both genders and all age groups in church and community.
Prerequisites: RELH 131,
RELB 132, RELP 133.
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| RELP 337 CHURCH WORSHIP MINISTRY | 2 |
A study and application of the theology and choreography of worship.
Open only to theology majors. Prerequisite:
RELP 133.
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| RELP 338 CHURCH LEADERSHIP MINISTRY | 2 |
Study of the theological and psychological principles of leadership
applied to the church. Emphasizes Adventist church policy and
programs, materials, and methods that can be used in preserving and
fostering the life of the church. Open only to theology majors.
Prerequisite: RELP 133.
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| RELP 370 HOSPITAL MINISTERIAL TRAINING | 2-4 |
An inductive exploration of ministry through patient visitation, small
group process, lecture and discussion facilitated by chaplains,
medical professionals and other support professionals in a clinical
hospital setting. The class is limited to six students. Registration
by permission of the instructor only.
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| RELP 395 METHODS OF TEACHING BIBLE IN THE SECONDARY SCHOOL | 3 |
Examination of current religion teaching practices in the secondary
school with emphasis on objectives, content, organization, and
materials and resources available; requires observation in the schools
along with microteaching, giving opportunity to demonstrate
competency. Prerequisites:
EDUC 390. Offered odd
years and alternate summers.
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| RELP 440 CRISIS MINISTRY | 2 |
Introduction to the principles and practice of pastoral care of
troubled persons through the application of counseling techniques, the
utilization of the spiritual resources of the Christian community, and
theological reflection. Open only to theology majors. Prerequisite:
RELP 133.
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| RELP 441, 442 SENIOR PROJECT I, II | 1, 1 |
Research, presentation, and discussion of a topic which integrates
religious studies and professional goals. Open only to senior theology
and religion majors. Prerequisite:
ENGL 224.
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| RELP 483 ADVANCED PASTORAL CARE | 3 |
Study of the role of the pastor in relationship to his/her ministering
to families; includes study of the pastor as premarital counselor, as
marriage and family counselor, and as marriage and family life
enrichment leader. Prerequisite: RELP 440
or permission of instructor. Offered on demand.
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| RELP 490 FIELD EVANGELISM | 1-3; 3 |
Experience in evangelistic techniques obtained by giving Bible studies
and/or holding meetings. Offered on demand.
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| RELp 494 COOPERATIVE EDUCATION | 0-3 |
Individual contract arrangement involving students, faculty, and
cooperating institutions to gain practical experience in an off-campus
setting. Allows the student to apply advanced classroom learning.
Prerequisite: Approval of the major adviser. Graded S or NC.
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| SPCH 381, 382, 383 BIBLICAL PREACHING | 2, 2, 2 |
See the Communications section of this bulletin.
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| RELT 110 SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST BELIEF AND PRACTICE | 4 |
A general introduction to the Adventist community in its historical
and contemporary contexts. Not open to students with senior standing.
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| RELT 201 THE CHRISTIAN WAY OF SALVATION | 4 |
Study of the Christian offer of salvation as found through Jesus
Christ and the church; considers not only the future, but also
contemporary moral and social dimensions of salvation. Offered on
demand.
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| RELT 202 FUNDAMENTALS OF CHRISTIAN BELIEF | 4 |
Study of Christian teachings from Seventh-day Adventist perspective;
explores topics such as revelation, God, creation, human beings and
sin, the person and work of Jesus, the nature and purpose of the
church, salvation, and Christian hope. Prerequisite: One college-level
religion course or permission of instructor.
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| RELT 204 CONTEMPORARY ISSUES IN ADVENTIST THOUGHT | 4 |
Study of current ideas and issues in Adventist theology designed for
those who have an adequate background in Adventist doctrine.
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| RELT 242 CHRISTIAN APOLOGETICS | 3 |
An intellectual defense of the Christian faith from a Seventh-day
Adventist perspective. Students will look at the philosophical and
experiential elements that undergird religious belief.
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| RELT 248 CHRISTIAN ETHICS | 4 |
Study of the foundations and application of ethics to contemporary
issues such as bioethics, sexuality, economics, violence,
discrimination and the environment, with a focus on moral
decision-making and behavior.
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| RELT 314 CHRISTIAN HOPE | 3 |
Study of Christian eschatology with emphasis upon Biblical patterns of
hope and disappointment, early Adventist end-time predictions,
contemporary visions of hope offered by Seventh-day Adventists and
other Christians, and the implications of eschatology for ethics.
Offered on demand.
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| RELT 321 CHRISTIAN SPIRITUALITY | 3 |
Study of the dynamics of the Christian spiritual life as lived
individually and in the community. Topics include prayer, meditation,
worship, healing, and spiritual guidance. Prerequisite: one
college-level religion course or permission of the instructor.
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| RELT 330 CHRISTIAN DISCIPLESHIP | 3 |
Study of the relationship of the individual to the church; considers
the development of study skills with analysis of a memberÕs
responsibility to the church community. Emphasis in methods of Bible
study, the use of tools for Bible study, organization of the church,
the role of the layman in the administration of the church, and the
mission of the church. Designed primarily for the nonministerial
student. Prerequisite: 6 hours of religion general studies credit.
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| RELT 340 THEOLOGY OF SPIRITUAL CARE | 4 |
Study of the theological concepts that relate to the issues of human
suffering and application of the Biblical principles that underlie the
spiritual care of those who suffer. Offered on the Portland campus.
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| RELT 404 APPROACHES TO BIBLICAL INTERPRETATION | 2 |
A survey of the critical disciplines employed in reading the Biblical
text for ethical and theological reflection.
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| RELT 412 PHILOSOPHY OF RELIGION (OR PHIL 412) | 4 |
Study of religious thought and practice from a philosophical
perspective; considers the arguments for the existence of God, the
relationship of faith and reason, the use of religious language, and
the problem of evil.
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| RELT 417 INSPIRATION AND REVELATION | 4 |
Study of the concept of inspiration as revealed in the Bible writers
as compared to the concept of inspiration in modern times as revealed
in the person and writings of Ellen G. White.
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| RELT 418 AESTHETICS AND SPIRITUALITY | 3 |
The practice of spirituality through the arts. The course explores the
role of aesthetics in the devotional life. Journaling and sketching
constitute significant course components.
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| RELT 456, 457 SYSTEMATIC THEOLOGY I, II | 3, 3 |
An inquiry from a Seventh-day Adventist perspective into the major
themes of Christian theology; introduces students to the process of
theological thinking, including systematic reflection of oneÕs own
views. Open only to departmental majors. Prerequisites:
RELH 455 and
HIST 456 or permission of
instructor.
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| RELT 495 COLLOQUIUM | 0 |
Lecture series designed to enrich the professional and spiritual
development of students in religion and theology. All Religion and
Theology majors must satisfactorily complete six quarters, at least
one of which must be during their senior year. Requirement must be
completed at least one quarter before graduation. Graded S or NC.
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| GREK 231, 232, 233 GREEK I | 3, 3, 3 |
Introduction to the elements of New Testament Greek with experience in
translation. Language laboratory required. Prerequisites: A score at
the 70 percentile on the ACT composite score and at the 70 percentile
on the ACT English scores or successful completion of
ENGL 121, 122.
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| GREK 331, 332, 333 GREEK II | 3, 3, 3 |
Continued reading in the Greek New Testament with emphasis upon
principles of interpretive translation. The book of Revelation and
selections from the Gospels are used in developing facility in
translation.
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| GREK 341 INTRODUCTION TO NEW TESTAMENT TEXTUAL CRITICISM | 2 |
Survey of the history and present development of New Testament textual
criticism; integration of textual criticism and translation of
selected passages from Novum Testamentum Graece. Offered upon request.
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| GREK 342 READINGS IN THE GREEK NEW TESTAMENT | 2; 8 |
Reading in selected sections of the Greek New Testament.
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| GREK 344 THE GREEK OLD TESTAMENT | 2 |
Translation of selected narrative portions from the Septuagint and
comparison with the Masoretic Text. Also includes translation of
selected portions of Hebrews with attention to Old Testament
citations. Offered on request.
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| HEBR 331 INTRODUCTION TO HEBREW | 3 |
Introduction to the basic elements of Biblical Hebrew; designed to
enable the student to use the language as a tool in Biblical studies
and to provide a basis for further study in Hebrew.
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| HEBR 332 ELEMENTARY HEBREW | 3 |
Study of Hebrew grammar and syntax advancing to reading and exegesis
of selected Hebrew Bible passages. Prerequisite:
HEBR 331.
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| HEBR 451 READINGS IN HEBREW | 2; 6 |
Selected reading in the various sections of the Hebrew Bible.
Prerequisites: HEBR 332,
333.
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| LANE 460 LANGUAGES OF THE ANCIENT NEAR EAST | 3; 12 |
Introduction to the elements of an ancient Near Eastern language, its
vocabulary, grammar, syntax and cultural background. Departmental
approval required.
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| LATN 211, 212, 213 LATIN I | 4, 4, 4 |
Introduction to the elements of classical Latin with experience in
translation. Prerequisites: A score of 50 percentile on the ACT
composite score and 50 percentile on the ACT English scores or
successful completion of
ENGL 121,
122.
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| LATN 311, 312, 313 LATIN II | 4, 4, 4 |
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Continued reading in Latin authors with emphasis upon grammar and
syntax. Offered on demand.
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