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Finding Joy

A Practical Spiritual Guide to Happiness

By: Daniel I. Schwartz

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Finding Joy

A Practical Spiritual Guide to Happiness

By: Daniel I. Schwartz

Searching for happiness in our modern world of stress and struggle is common; finding it is more unusual. This guide explores and explains how to find joy through a time-honored, creative—and surprisingly practical—approach based on Kabbalah and the teachings of Jewish mystics. The very core of the Jewish mystical tradition is centered on the belief that if our focus is spiritual, then true appreciation of our lives, and true joy, are possible. Step by step, Finding Joy describes the basis of happiness in the context of Jewish mystical tradition and shows, in an easy-to-understand way, how we can use its concept of the 10 divine “rays of light,” the Sefirot, to remedy the everyday unhappiness in our lives. Clear, creative, personal, and down-to-earth, Finding Joy introduces the ancient insights of the Jewish mystics, and offers practical week-by-week exercises for the soul which bring them into our daily routines. Finding Joy is not an instant cure for modern life’s burdens. Instead, it’s a guide to a time-honored method for thinking and living ... and finding real joy.

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1580237525

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Beyond Superfailure

America's Toxics Policy For The 1990s

By: Daniel Mazmanian

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Beyond Superfailure

America's Toxics Policy For The 1990s

By: Daniel Mazmanian

Despite numerous small success stories, the big picture of America’s toxics programs is one of overall failure. Superfund has failed to Clean up America’s worst dump sites; policies to regulate generation of new hazardous waste have foundered; standards have been set for only eight of several hundred air toxics; transportation spills and industrial

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Routledge

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0429719566

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Local Religion in North China in the Twentieth Century

The Structure and Organization of Community Rituals and Beliefs

By: Daniel L. Overmyer

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Local Religion in North China in the Twentieth Century

The Structure and Organization of Community Rituals and Beliefs

By: Daniel L. Overmyer

This book is a comprehensive survey of the structure, organization and institutionalization of local community religious traditions in north China villages in the twentieth century. These traditions have their own forms of leaders, deities and beliefs. Despite much local variation one everywhere finds similar temples, images, offerings and temple festivals, all supported by practical concerns for divine aid to deal with the problems of everyday life. These local traditions are a structure in the history of Chinese religions; they have a clear sense of their own integrity and rules, handed down by their ancestors. There are Daoist, Buddhist and government influences on these traditions, but they must be adapted to the needs of local communities. It is the villagers who build temples and organize festivals, in which all members of the community are expected to participate and contribute. With chapters on such topics as historical origins and development, leadership and organization, temple festivals, temples and deities, and beliefs and values.

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BRILL

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900417592X

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Dark Skies

Space Expansionism, Planetary Geopolitics, and the Ends of Humanity

By: Daniel Deudney

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Dark Skies

Space Expansionism, Planetary Geopolitics, and the Ends of Humanity

By: Daniel Deudney

Space is again in the headlines. E-billionaires Jeff Bezos and Elon Musk are planning to colonize Mars. President Trump wants a "Space Force" to achieve "space dominance" with expensive high-tech weapons. The space and nuclear arms control regimes are threadbare and disintegrating. Would-be asteroid collision diverters, space solar energy collectors, asteroid miners, and space geo-engineers insistently promote their Earth-changing mega-projects. Given our many looming planetary catastrophes (from extreme climate change to runaway artificial superintelligence), looking beyond the earth for solutions might seem like a sound strategy for humanity. And indeed, bolstered by a global network of fervent space advocates-and seemingly rendered plausible, even inevitable, by oceans of science fiction and the wizardly of modern cinema-space beckons as a fully hopeful path for human survival and flourishing, a positive future in increasingly dark times. But despite even basic questions of feasibility, will these many space ventures really have desirable effects, as their advocates insist? In the first book to critically assess the major consequences of space activities from their origins in the 1940s to the present and beyond, Daniel Deudney argues in Dark Skies that the major result of the "Space Age" has been to increase the likelihood of global nuclear war, a fact conveniently obscured by the failure of recognize that nuclear-armed ballistic missiles are inherently space weapons. The most important practical finding of Space Age science, also rarely emphasized, is the discovery that we live on Oasis Earth, tiny and fragile, and teeming with astounding life, but surrounded by an utterly desolate and inhospitable wilderness stretching at least many trillions of miles in all directions. As he stresses, our focus must be on Earth and nowhere else. Looking to the future, Deudney provides compelling reasons why space colonization will produce new threats to human survival and not alleviate the existing ones. That is why, he argues, we should fully relinquish the quest. Mind-bending and profound, Dark Skies challenges virtually all received wisdom about the final frontier.

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Oxford University Press

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019090335X

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Islands of Truth

The Imperial Fashioning of Vancouver Island

By: Daniel Clayton

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Islands of Truth

The Imperial Fashioning of Vancouver Island

By: Daniel Clayton

In Islands of Truth, Daniel Clayton examines a series of encounters with the Native peoples and territory of Vancouver Island in the late eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries. Although he focuses on a particular region and period, Clayton also meditates on how representations of land and people, and studies of the past, serve and shape specific interests, and how the dawn of Native-Western contact in this part of the world might be studied 200 years later, in the light of ongoing struggles between Natives and non-Natives over land and cultural status. Between the 1770s and 1850s, the Native people of Vancouver Island were engaged by three sets of forces that were of general importance in the history of Western overseas expansion: the West's scientific exploration of the world in the Age of Enlightenment; capitalist practices of exchange; and the geopolitics of nation-state rivalry. Islands of Truth discusses these developments, the geographies they worked through, and the stories about land, identity, and empire stemming from this period that have shaped understanding of British Columbia's past and present. Clayton questions premises underlying much of present B.C. historical writing, arguing that international literature offers more fruitful ways of framing local historical experiences. Islands of Truth is a timely, provocative, and vital contribution to post-colonial studies.

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UBC Press

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0774807415

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The Four Books

The Basic Teachings of the Later Confucian Tradition

By: Daniel K. Gardner

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The Four Books

The Basic Teachings of the Later Confucian Tradition

By: Daniel K. Gardner

This compact volume shows how the Four Books -- the Greater Learning, the Analects, the Mencius, and the Doctrine of the Mean -- have been read and understood by the Chinese since the twelfth century. Included are selected passages in translation, accompanied by Daniel Gardner's comments and the selected commentary of Zhu Xi (1130-1200), the renowned Neo-Confucian thinker. The book provides an introduction to the later imperial Confucian tradition; introduces the reader to Zhu Xi's commentarial understanding of the Four Books; suggests how Neo-Confucians, like Zhu Xi, through commentary, gave coherence and meaning to the Four Books collectively; and illustrates the nature of the standard educational curriculum.

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Hackett Publishing

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0872208265

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9780872208261

Zhu Xi's Reading of the Analects

Canon, Commentary, and the Classical Tradition

By: Daniel K. Gardner

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Zhu Xi's Reading of the Analects

Canon, Commentary, and the Classical Tradition

By: Daniel K. Gardner

This text explains the significance of Zhu Xi's interpretation of the Confucian tradition and of the genre of commentary in Eastern philosophy.

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Columbia University Press

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0231128649

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9780231128643

Marxist Intellectuals and the Chinese Labor Movement

A Study of Deng Zhongxia (1894-1933)

By: Daniel Y. K. Kwan

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Marxist Intellectuals and the Chinese Labor Movement

A Study of Deng Zhongxia (1894-1933)

By: Daniel Y. K. Kwan

Deng Zhongxia, the organizer and leader of the Guangzhou-Hong Kong General Strike of 1925-26, was one of China's foremost labor activists. Marxist Intellectuals and the Chinese Labor Movement is the first English-language examination of Deng's career and thought. It extends into a wider assessment of the relationship between the Chinese labor movement and the Chinese Communist revolution, considering the conflicting interests of workers and Marxist intellectuals and the differences between local and national concerns.

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University of Washington Press

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0295976012

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9780295976013

Free Agent Nation

How Americans New Independent Workers Are Transforming the Way We Live

By: Daniel H. Pink

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Free Agent Nation

How Americans New Independent Workers Are Transforming the Way We Live

By: Daniel H. Pink

Widely acclaimed for its engaging style and provocative perspective, this book has helped thousands transform their working lives -- Now including a 30-page resource guide that explains the basics of working for oneself. It's about fulfillment. A revolution is sweeping America. On its front lines are people fed up with unfulfilling jobs, dysfunctional workplaces, and dead-end careers. Meet today's new economic icon: the free agent-men and women who are working for themselves. And meet your future. It's about freedom. Free agents are the marketing consultant down the street, the home-based "mompreneur," the footloose technology contractor. Already 30 million strong, these 21st-century pioneers are creating lives with more meaning-and often more money. Free Agent Nation is your ticket to this world. It's about time. Now, you can discover: The kind of free agent you can be-"soloist," "temp," or "microbusiness"-and how to launch your new career. How to get the perks you once received from your boss: health insurance, office space, training, workplace togetherness, even water cooler gossip. Why the free agent economy is increasingly a woman's world-and how women are flourishing in it. The transformation of retirement-how older workers are creating successful new businesses (and whole new lives) through the Internet.

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Business Plus

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0759522316

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9780759522312

Differential Diagnosis in Surgical Pathology E-Book

By: Paolo Gattuso,Vijaya B. Reddy,Odile David,Daniel J. Spitz,Meryl H. Haber

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Differential Diagnosis in Surgical Pathology E-Book

By: Paolo Gattuso,Vijaya B. Reddy,Odile David,Daniel J. Spitz,Meryl H. Haber

Differential Diagnosis in Surgical Pathology, 2nd Edition, by Paolo Gattuso, MD, Vijaya B. Reddy, MD, Odile David, MD, and Daniel J. Spitz, MD, is skillfully designed to help you confidently sign out your most complex and challenging cases. Covering a complete range of tumors and tumor-like conditions in all organ systems, it provides a user-friendly road map to the main criteria you should consider in order to differentiate between a variety of potential diagnoses that all have a very similar appearance. Over 1,350 new full-color macro- and microphotographs provide a realistic basis for comparison to what you see under the microscope. Quick checklists cover all diagnostic possibilities to make sure nothing falls through the cracks. A concise, bulleted textual format facilitates quick retrieval of essential facts. A consistent approach to diagnosis and interpretation expedites reference. Coverage of all relevant ancillary diagnostic techniques addresses all of the investigative contexts needed to formulate an accurate diagnosis. Expert "pearls" offer practical tips on what diagnostic criteria to consider or exclude. A comprehensive, yet manageable size allows for quick consultation. Over 1,350 new full-color macro- and microphotographs provide a realistic basis for comparison to what you see under the microscope. Immunohistochemical and molecular techniques throughout enable you to review all of the latest diagnostic considerations in one place. Expanded coverage of non-neoplastic entities assists you in recognizing benign lesions that may mimic the appearance and characteristics of malignant ones. Extensive updates include the latest classification schemes and relevant diagnostic techniques. A brand-new, color-coded layout highlights key points more clearly and helps you turn to the sections you need more speedily.

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Elsevier Health Sciences

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1437719643

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9781437719642

Talking about God

Exploring the Meaning of Religious Life with Kierkegaard, Buber, Tillich and Heschel

By: Daniel F. Polish

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Talking about God

Exploring the Meaning of Religious Life with Kierkegaard, Buber, Tillich and Heschel

By: Daniel F. Polish

Challenge Yourself to Delve into a Deeper Interfaith Dialogue "To wrestle with the ideas these thinkers present is to find ourselves challenged to look at our own religious lives in new ways; and to appreciate the spiritual endeavors of others, whatever form their religious expression may take. To engage with these thinkers can leave us enlarged in our perception of human religiousness and deepened in our appreciation of it." --from the Conclusion The modern age of religion is characterized by dialogue. Jews and Christians together explore the realities and meaning of living in proximity to one another. Yet for all the good will and sincerity of intention, too often such discussions fail to progress beyond well-intentioned pleasantries to the challenging content that can truly deepen our understanding of each other. This fascinating and accessible introduction to the theologies of four modern religious thinkers will help you break through the superficial generalities to plumb the depths of religious differences and embrace the commonalities. Examining the lives and works of Søren Kierkegaard, Martin Buber, Paul Tillich and Abraham Joshua Heschel through the lens of their treatment of the Bible and the biblical patriarch Abraham, you will take part in a discussion of the very phenomenon of religion and what part it plays in living a fully engaged human life.

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SkyLight Paths Publishing

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1594732302

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9781594732300

Science, Money, and Politics

Political Triumph and Ethical Erosion

By: Daniel S. Greenberg

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Science, Money, and Politics

Political Triumph and Ethical Erosion

By: Daniel S. Greenberg

Greenberg explores how scientific research is funded in the United States, including why the political process distributes the funds the way it does and how it can be corrupted by special interests in academia, business, and political machines.

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University of Chicago Press

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0226306348

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9780226306346

Chu Hsi and the “Ta Hsueh”: Neo-Confucian Reflection on the Confucian Canon

By: Daniel K. Gardner

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Chu Hsi and the “Ta Hsueh”: Neo-Confucian Reflection on the Confucian Canon

By: Daniel K. Gardner

In 1190, Chu Hsi published an edition of the Four Books, which he ragarded as the basic curriculum for Confucian eduction. Of the four, he recommended that the Ta-hsueh be read first, calling it the "outline for learning." This is a study of the Ta-hsueh text, its history prior to the Sung dynasty, its new prominence in the Sung, and the reasons why Chu Hsi found the text so intellectualy and philosophically compelling. Includes an original annotated translation of the text.

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BRILL

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1684172543

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God and the Big Bang (1st Edition)

Discovering Harmony between Science & Spirituality

By: Daniel C. Matt

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God and the Big Bang (1st Edition)

Discovering Harmony between Science & Spirituality

By: Daniel C. Matt

Mysticism and science: What do they have in common? How can one enlighten the other? By drawing on modern cosmology and ancient Kabbalah, Matt shows how science and religion can together enrich our spiritual awareness and help us recover a sense of wonder and find our place in the universe. Drawing on the insights of physics and Jewish mysticism, Daniel Matt uncovers the sense of wonder and oneness that connects us with the universe and God. He describes in understandable terms the parallels between modern cosmology and ancient Kabbalah. He shows how science and religion together can enrich our spiritual understanding. We “embody the energy” of the big bang, writes Matt. Furthermore, “God is not somewhere else, hidden from us. God is right here hidden from us.” To discover the presence of God, Matt draws on both science and theology, fact and belief, and on the truths embodied in Buddhism, Hinduism, Islam and Christianity, as well as Judaism. A rich dialogue between the physical and the spiritual, God & the Big Bangtakes us on a deeply personal, thoughtful and inspiring journey that helps us find our place in the universe—and the universe in ourselves.

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Turner Publishing Company

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1580235492

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9781580235495

Jewish Holidays

A Brief Introduction for Christians

By: Kerry M. Olitzky,Daniel Judson

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Jewish Holidays

A Brief Introduction for Christians

By: Kerry M. Olitzky,Daniel Judson

A window into Judaism's sacred days--throughout history and today. Written especially for Christians. Holy days and holidays provide the peak experiences of Jewish life. These moments speak deeply to the Jewish soul and animate Judaism's culture. They encourage Jews to participate in their shared historical experience, which reflects their covenantal relationship with God, and articulate Jewish values that have allowed for the survival of the Jewish people. But what can they mean to Christians seeking to understand their own faith? In this special book, Rabbis Olitzky and Judson guide you through the major Jewish holidays and what they mean for the Jewish people. Each chapter explores a different holiday and explains the origin, historical background, customs and rituals that are part of observance and the holiday's Christian parallels. Examining observance in both home and synagogue--and in all Jewish denominations--this easy-to-use guide to the Jewish holidays will be a valuable resource for your own understanding of Jewish sacred time throughout the year. And by linking the Jewish holidays to familiar Christian holidays and practices, you will be better able to appreciate the roots of Christianity and how the fundamentals of Judaism relate to and reflect your own spiritual foundation. Rosh Hashanah-New Year Yom Kippur-Day of Atonement Sukkot-Feast of Booths (Fall Harvest Festival) Simchat Torah-Rejoicing in the Torah Hanukkah-Rededication Purim-(Festival of Survival) Pesach-Passover Shavuot-(Receiving the Torah) Tisha B'Av (Mourning and Commemoration) and Other Special Days Shabbat (Day of Rest)

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Jewish Lights Publishing

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1580233023

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9781580233026

The Earth and Its Peoples

A Global History to 1200

By: Richard W. Bulliet,Pamela Kyle Crossley,Daniel R. Headrick,Professor of Social Sciences and History Daniel R Headrick,Steven W. Hirsch,Lyman L. Johnson,David Northrup

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The Earth and Its Peoples

A Global History to 1200

By: Richard W. Bulliet,Pamela Kyle Crossley,Daniel R. Headrick,Professor of Social Sciences and History Daniel R Headrick,Steven W. Hirsch,Lyman L. Johnson,David Northrup

The Earth and Its Peoples was one of the first texts to present world history in a balanced, global framework, shifting the focus away from political centers of power. This truly global text for the world history survey course employs a fundamental theme, the interaction of human beings and the environment, to compare different times, places, and societies. Special emphasis is given to technology (in its broadest sense) and how technological development underlies all human activity. Highly acclaimed in their fields of study, the authors bring a wide array of expertise to the program. A combination of strong scholarship and detailed pedagogy gives the book its reputation for rigor and student accessibility. The Fourth Edition features extensive new coverage of world events, including globalization in the new millennium. Coverage of China has also been extensively reorganized and rewritten.

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Houghton Mifflin

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0618771522

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9780618771523

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Finding Joy

Finding Joy

Beyond Superfailure

Beyond Superfailure

Local Religion in North China in the Twentieth Century

Local Religion in North China in the Twentieth Century

Dark Skies

Dark Skies

Islands of Truth

Islands of Truth

The Four Books

The Four Books

Zhu Xi's Reading of the Analects

Zhu Xi's Reading of the Analects

Marxist Intellectuals and the Chinese Labor Movement

Marxist Intellectuals and the Chinese Labor Movement

Free Agent Nation

Free Agent Nation

Differential Diagnosis in Surgical Pathology E-Book

Differential Diagnosis in Surgical Pathology E-Book

Talking about God

Talking about God

Science, Money, and Politics

Science, Money, and Politics

Chu Hsi and the “Ta Hsueh”: Neo-Confucian Reflection on the Confucian Canon

Chu Hsi and the “Ta Hsueh”: Neo-Confucian Reflection on the Confucian Canon

God and the Big Bang (1st Edition)

God and the Big Bang (1st Edition)

Jewish Holidays

Jewish Holidays

The Earth and Its Peoples

The Earth and Its Peoples

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