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They agreed that we should go to the Gentiles, and they to the circumcised. <a href="/nlt/galatians/2.htm">New Living Translation</a> In fact, James, Peter, and John, who were known as pillars of the church, recognized the gift God had given me, and they accepted Barnabas and me as their co-workers. They encouraged us to keep preaching to the Gentiles, while they continued their work with the Jews. <a href="/esv/galatians/2.htm">English Standard Version</a> and when James and Cephas and John, who seemed to be pillars, perceived the grace that was given to me, they gave the right hand of fellowship to Barnabas and me, that we should go to the Gentiles and they to the circumcised. <a href="/bsb/galatians/2.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> And recognizing the grace that I had been given, James, Cephas, and John—those reputed to be pillars—gave me and Barnabas the right hand of fellowship, so that we should go to the Gentiles, and they to the circumcised. <a href="/blb/galatians/2.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> and having recognized the grace having been given to me, James and Cephas and John, those esteemed to be pillars, gave to me and Barnabas the right hands of fellowship, that we should go to the Gentiles, but they to the circumcision, <a href="/kjv/galatians/2.htm">King James Bible</a> And when James, Cephas, and John, who seemed to be pillars, perceived the grace that was given unto me, they gave to me and Barnabas the right hands of fellowship; that we should go unto the heathen, and they unto the circumcision. <a href="/nkjv/galatians/2.htm">New King James Version</a> and when James, Cephas, and John, who seemed to be pillars, perceived the grace that had been given to me, they gave me and Barnabas the right hand of fellowship, that we should go to the Gentiles and they to the circumcised. <a href="/nasb_/galatians/2.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> and recognizing the grace that had been given to me, James and Cephas and John, who were reputed to be pillars, gave to me and Barnabas the right hand of fellowship, so that we might go to the Gentiles, and they to the circumcised. <a href="/nasb/galatians/2.htm">NASB 1995</a> and recognizing the grace that had been given to me, James and Cephas and John, who were reputed to be pillars, gave to me and Barnabas the right hand of fellowship, so that we might go to the Gentiles and they to the circumcised. <a href="/nasb77/galatians/2.htm">NASB 1977 </a> and recognizing the grace that had been given to me, James and Cephas and John, who were reputed to be pillars, gave to me and Barnabas the right hand of fellowship, that we might go to the Gentiles, and they to the circumcised. <a href="/lsb/galatians/2.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> and recognizing the grace that had been given to me, James and Cephas and John, who were reputed to be pillars, gave to me and Barnabas the right hand of fellowship, so that we might go to the Gentiles and they to the circumcised. <a href="/amp/galatians/2.htm">Amplified Bible</a> And recognizing the grace [that God had] bestowed on me, James and Cephas (Peter) and John, who were reputed to be pillars [of the Jerusalem church], gave to me and Barnabas the right hand of fellowship, so that we could go to the Gentiles [with their blessing] and they to the circumcised (Jews). <a href="/csb/galatians/2.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> When James, Cephas, and John —those recognized as pillars —acknowledged the grace that had been given to me, they gave the right hand of fellowship to me and Barnabas, agreeing that we should go to the Gentiles and they to the circumcised. <a href="/hcsb/galatians/2.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> When James, Cephas, and John, recognized as pillars, acknowledged the grace that had been given to me, they gave the right hand of fellowship to me and Barnabas, agreeing that we should go to the Gentiles and they to the circumcised. <a href="/asv/galatians/2.htm">American Standard Version</a> and when they perceived the grace that was given unto me, James and Cephas and John, they who were reputed to be pillars, gave to me and Barnabas the right hands of fellowship, that we should go unto the Gentiles, and they unto the circumcision; <a href="/cev/galatians/2.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> James, Peter, and John realized that God had given me the message about his gift of undeserved grace. And these men are supposed to be the backbone of the church. They even gave Barnabas and me a friendly handshake. This was to show that we would work with Gentiles and that they would work with Jews. <a href="/erv/galatians/2.htm">English Revised Version</a> and when they perceived the grace that was given unto me, James and Cephas and John, they who were reputed to be pillars, gave to me and Barnabas the right hands of fellowship, that we should go unto the Gentiles, and they unto the circumcision; <a href="/gwt/galatians/2.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> James, Cephas, and John (who were recognized as the most important people) acknowledged that God had given me this special gift. So they shook hands with Barnabas and me, agreeing to be our partners. It was understood that we would work among the people who are not Jewish and they would work among Jewish people. <a href="/gnt/galatians/2.htm">Good News Translation</a> James, Peter, and John, who seemed to be the leaders, recognized that God had given me this special task; so they shook hands with Barnabas and me, as a sign that we were all partners. We agreed that Barnabas and I would work among the Gentiles and they among the Jews. <a href="/isv/galatians/2.htm">International Standard Version</a> So when James, Cephas, and John (who were reputed to be leaders) recognized the grace that had been given me, they gave Barnabas and me the right hand of fellowship, agreeing that we should go to the gentiles and they to the circumcised. <a href="/msb/galatians/2.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> And recognizing the grace that I had been given, James, Cephas, and John?those reputed to be pillars?gave me and Barnabas the right hand of fellowship, so that we should go to the Gentiles, and they to the circumcised. <a href="/net/galatians/2.htm">NET Bible</a> and when James, Cephas, and John, who had a reputation as pillars, recognized the grace that had been given to me, they gave to Barnabas and me the right hand of fellowship, agreeing that we would go to the Gentiles and they to the circumcised. <a href="/nheb/galatians/2.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> and when they perceived the grace that was given to me, James and Cephas and John, they who were reputed to be pillars, gave to me and Barnabas the right hand of fellowship, that we should go to the non-Jews, and they to the circumcised. <a href="/wbt/galatians/2.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> And when James, Cephas, and John, who seemed to be pillars, perceived the grace that was given to me, they gave to me and Barnabas the right hands of fellowship; that we should go to the heathen, and they to the circumcision. <a href="/wey/galatians/2.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> and when they perceived the mission which was graciously entrusted to me, they (that is to say, James, Peter, and John, who were considered to be the pillars of the Church) <a href="/web/galatians/2.htm">World English Bible</a> and when they perceived the grace that was given to me, James and Cephas and John, those who were reputed to be pillars, gave to Barnabas and me the right hand of fellowship, that we should go to the Gentiles, and they to the circumcision. <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/galatians/2.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> and having known the grace that was given to me, James, and Cephas, and John, who were esteemed to be pillars, they gave to me a right hand of fellowship, and to Barnabas, that we may go to the nations, and they to the circumcision, <a href="/blb/galatians/2.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> and having recognized the grace having been given to me, James and Cephas and John, those esteemed to be pillars, gave to me and Barnabas the right hands of fellowship, that we should go to the Gentiles, but they to the circumcision, <a href="/ylt/galatians/2.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> and having known the grace that was given to me, James, and Cephas, and John, who were esteemed to be pillars, a right hand of fellowship they did give to me, and to Barnabas, that we to the nations, and they to the circumcision may go, <a href="/slt/galatians/2.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> And having known the grace given to me, James, and Cephas, and John, seeming to be pillars, gave me and Barnabas the right hands of communion; that we for the nations, and they for the circumcision.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/galatians/2.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> And when they had known the grace that was given to me, James and Cephas and John, who seemed to be pillars, gave to me and Barnabas the right hands of fellowship: that we should go unto the Gentiles, and they unto the circumcision: <a href="/cpdv/galatians/2.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> And so, when they had acknowledged the grace that was given to me, James and Cephas and John, who seemed like pillars, gave to me and to Barnabas the right hand of fellowship, so that we would go to the Gentiles, while they went to the circumcised, <a href="/nabre/galatians/2.htm">New American Bible</a> and when they recognized the grace bestowed upon me, James and Cephas and John, who were reputed to be pillars, gave me and Barnabas their right hands in partnership, that we should go to the Gentiles and they to the circumcised. <a href="/nrsvce/galatians/2.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> and when James and Cephas and John, who were acknowledged pillars, recognized the grace that had been given to me, they gave to Barnabas and me the right hand of fellowship, agreeing that we should go to the Gentiles and they to the circumcised.<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/galatians/2.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> And when they knew that the grace had been given to me, then James, Cephas, and John, who were considered to be pillars, gave to me and Barnabas the right hand of fellowship; that we might labor among the Gentiles, and they, among the people of circumcision. <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/galatians/2.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> And when they recognized the grace that is given to me, Jacob and Kaypha and Yohannan, those who were esteemed to be pillars, gave me and BarNaba the right hand of fellowship, because we are among the Gentiles and those are among the circumcision,<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/galatians/2.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> and knowing the grace that was given to me, James and Cephas and John, who seemed to be pillars, gave to me and Barnabas the right hand of fellowship, that we should go to the Gentiles, but they to the circumcision, <a href="/godbey/galatians/2.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> and having known the grace of God which was given unto me, James and Cephas and John, who seem to be pillars, gave to me and Barnabas the right hand of fellowship, that we should go to the Gentiles, and they to the circumcision; <a href="/haweis/galatians/2.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> And when they knew the grace which was bestowed on me, James and Cephas and John, who appeared to be the pillars of the church, gave unto me and Barnabas the right hand of fellowship, that we should go unto the Gentiles, and they to the circumcision: <a href="/mace/galatians/2.htm">Mace New Testament</a> Peter, and John, who were esteemed to be pillars, perceived the favour that was bestowed on me, they admitted me and Barnabas into fellowship, and agreed, that we should go to the Gentiles, and they to the Jews. <a href="/wey/galatians/2.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> and when they perceived the mission which was graciously entrusted to me, they (that is to say, James, Peter, and John, who were considered to be the pillars of the Church) <a href="/worrell/galatians/2.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> And, perceiving the grace which was given to me, James and Cephas and John, who were reputed to be pillars, gave to me and Barnabas right-hands of fellowship, that we should go to the gentiles, and they to the circumcision; <a href="/worsley/galatians/2.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> and knowing the grace which was given to me; James, and Cephas, and John, who seemed to be pillars of the church, gave to me and Barnabas the right hands of fellowship; that we should go to the gentiles, and they to the circumcision. <a href="/parallel/galatians/2-9.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv">Audio Bible</div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/Jv8Ri4CeT34?start=276" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe> <div class="vheadingv">Context</div><a href="/bsb/galatians/2.htm">The Council at Jerusalem</a> …8For the One who was at work in Peter’s apostleship to the circumcised was also at work in my apostleship to the Gentiles. 9<a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">And</a> <a href="/greek/1097.htm" title="1097: gnontes (V-APA-NMP) -- A prolonged form of a primary verb; to know in a great variety of applications and with many implications.">recognizing</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tēn (Art-AFS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">the</a> <a href="/greek/5485.htm" title="5485: charin (N-AFS) -- From chairo; graciousness, of manner or act.">grace</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tēn (Art-AFS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">that</a> <a href="/greek/1473.htm" title="1473: moi (PPro-D1S) -- I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I.">I</a> <a href="/greek/1325.htm" title="1325: dotheisan (V-APP-AFS) -- To offer, give; I put, place. A prolonged form of a primary verb; to give.">had been given,</a> <a href="/greek/2385.htm" title="2385: Iakōbos (N-NMS) -- The same as Iakob Graecized; Jacobus, the name of three Israelites.">James,</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. "></a> <a href="/greek/2786.htm" title="2786: Kēphas (N-NMS) -- Of Chaldee origin; the Rock; Cephas, a surname of Peter.">Cephas,</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">and</a> <a href="/greek/2491.htm" title="2491: Iōannēs (N-NMS) -- Of Hebrew origin; Joannes, the name of four Israelites.">John—</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: hoi (Art-NMP) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">those</a> <a href="/greek/1380.htm" title="1380: dokountes (V-PPA-NMP) -- A prolonged form of a primary verb, doko dok'-o of the same meaning; to think; by implication, to seem.">reputed</a> <a href="/greek/1510.htm" title="1510: einai (V-PNA) -- I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist.">to be</a> <a href="/greek/4769.htm" title="4769: styloi (N-NMP) -- A pillar, support, column. From stuo; a post, i.e. support.">pillars—</a> <a href="/greek/1325.htm" title="1325: edōkan (V-AIA-3P) -- To offer, give; I put, place. A prolonged form of a primary verb; to give.">gave</a> <a href="/greek/1473.htm" title="1473: emoi (PPro-D1S) -- I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I.">me</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">and</a> <a href="/greek/921.htm" title="921: Barnaba (N-DMS) -- Of Chaldee origin; son of Nabas; Barnabas, an Israelite.">Barnabas</a> <a href="/greek/1188.htm" title="1188: dexias (Adj-AFP) -- On the right hand, right hand, right. From dechomai; the right side or hand.">the right hand</a> <a href="/greek/2842.htm" title="2842: koinōnias (N-GFS) -- From koinonos; partnership, i.e. participation, or intercourse, or benefaction.">of fellowship,</a> <a href="/greek/2443.htm" title="2443: hina (Conj) -- In order that, so that. Probably from the same as the former part of heautou; in order that.">so that</a> <a href="/greek/1473.htm" title="1473: hēmeis (PPro-N1P) -- I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I.">we should go</a> <a href="/greek/1519.htm" title="1519: eis (Prep) -- A primary preposition; to or into, of place, time, or purpose; also in adverbial phrases.">to</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: ta (Art-ANP) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">the</a> <a href="/greek/1484.htm" title="1484: ethnē (N-ANP) -- Probably from etho; a race, i.e. A tribe; specially, a foreign one.">Gentiles,</a> <a href="/greek/1161.htm" title="1161: de (Conj) -- A primary particle; but, and, etc.">and</a> <a href="/greek/846.htm" title="846: autoi (PPro-NM3P) -- He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.">they</a> <a href="/greek/1519.htm" title="1519: eis (Prep) -- A primary preposition; to or into, of place, time, or purpose; also in adverbial phrases.">to</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tēn (Art-AFS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">the</a> <a href="/greek/4061.htm" title="4061: peritomēn (N-AFS) -- Circumcision. From peritemno; circumcision.">circumcised.</a> 10They only asked us to remember the poor, the very thing I was eager to do.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div> <a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><a href="/acts/15-6.htm">Acts 15:6-9</a> So the apostles and elders met to look into this matter. / After much discussion, Peter got up and said to them, “Brothers, you know that in the early days God made a choice among you that the Gentiles would hear from my lips the message of the gospel and believe. / And God, who knows the heart, showed His approval by giving the Holy Spirit to them, just as He did to us. ... <a href="/acts/15-12.htm">Acts 15:12-22</a> The whole assembly fell silent as they listened to Barnabas and Paul describing the signs and wonders God had done among the Gentiles through them. / When they had finished speaking, James declared, “Brothers, listen to me! / Simon has told us how God first visited the Gentiles to take from them a people to be His own. ... <a href="/acts/15-25.htm">Acts 15:25-26</a> So we all agreed to choose men to send to you along with our beloved Barnabas and Paul, / men who have risked their lives for the name of our Lord Jesus Christ. <a href="/acts/9-27.htm">Acts 9:27</a> Then Barnabas brought him to the apostles and described how Saul had seen the Lord, who had spoken to him on the road to Damascus, and how Saul had spoken boldly in that city in the name of Jesus. <a href="/acts/11-30.htm">Acts 11:30</a> This they did, sending their gifts to the elders with Barnabas and Saul. <a href="/acts/12-17.htm">Acts 12:17</a> Peter motioned with his hand for silence, and he described how the Lord had brought him out of the prison. “Send word to James and to the brothers,” he said, and he left for another place. <a href="/acts/13-2.htm">Acts 13:2-3</a> While they were worshiping the Lord and fasting, the Holy Spirit said, “Set apart for Me Barnabas and Saul for the work to which I have called them.” / And after they had fasted and prayed, they laid their hands on them and sent them off. <a href="/acts/15-1.htm">Acts 15:1-2</a> Then some men came down from Judea and were teaching the brothers, “Unless you are circumcised according to the custom of Moses, you cannot be saved.” / And after engaging these men in sharp debate, Paul and Barnabas were appointed, along with some other believers, to go up to Jerusalem to see the apostles and elders about this question. <a href="/1_corinthians/9-5.htm">1 Corinthians 9:5-6</a> Have we no right to take along a believing wife, as do the other apostles and the Lord’s brothers and Cephas? / Or are Barnabas and I the only apostles who must work for a living? <a href="/1_corinthians/15-7.htm">1 Corinthians 15:7</a> Then He appeared to James, then to all the apostles. <a href="/james/1-1.htm">James 1:1</a> James, a servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, To the twelve tribes of the Dispersion: Greetings. <a href="/james/2-9.htm">James 2:9</a> But if you show favoritism, you sin and are convicted by the law as transgressors. <a href="/1_peter/1-1.htm">1 Peter 1:1</a> Peter, an apostle of Jesus Christ, To the elect who are exiles of the Dispersion throughout Pontus, Galatia, Cappadocia, Asia, and Bithynia, chosen <a href="/2_peter/3-15.htm">2 Peter 3:15-16</a> Consider also that our Lord’s patience brings salvation, just as our beloved brother Paul also wrote you with the wisdom God gave him. / He writes this way in all his letters, speaking in them about such matters. Some parts of his letters are hard to understand, which ignorant and unstable people distort, as they do the rest of the Scriptures, to their own destruction. <a href="/matthew/16-18.htm">Matthew 16:18-19</a> And I tell you that you are Peter, and on this rock I will build My church, and the gates of Hades will not prevail against it. / I will give you the keys of the kingdom of heaven. Whatever you bind on earth will be bound in heaven, and whatever you loose on earth will be loosed in heaven.”</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>And when James, Cephas, and John, who seemed to be pillars, perceived the grace that was given to me, they gave to me and Barnabas the right hands of fellowship; that we should go to the heathen, and they to the circumcision.James.<a href="/acts/15-7.htm">Acts 15:7,13,22-29</a> And when there had been much disputing, Peter rose up, and said unto them, Men and brethren, ye know how that a good while ago God made choice among us, that the Gentiles by my mouth should hear the word of the gospel, and believe… pillars.<a href="/galatians/2-2.htm">Galatians 2:2,6,12-14</a> And I went up by revelation, and communicated unto them that gospel which I preach among the Gentiles, but privately to them which were of reputation, lest by any means I should run, or had run, in vain… <a href="/matthew/16-18.htm">Matthew 16:18</a> And I say also unto thee, That thou art Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church; and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it.<a href="/ephesians/2-20.htm">Ephesians 2:20</a> And are built upon the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Jesus Christ himself being the chief corner stone;the grace.<a href="/romans/1-5.htm">Romans 1:5</a> By whom we have received grace and apostleship, for obedience to the faith among all nations, for his name:<a href="/romans/12-3.htm">Romans 12:3,5,6</a> For I say, through the grace given unto me, to every man that is among you, not to think of himself more highly than he ought to think; but to think soberly, according as God hath dealt to every man the measure of faith… <a href="/romans/15-15.htm">Romans 15:15</a> Nevertheless, brethren, I have written the more boldly unto you in some sort, as putting you in mind, because of the grace that is given to me of God,fellowship.<a href="/2_corinthians/8-4.htm">2 Corinthians 8:4</a> Praying us with much intreaty that we would receive the gift, and take upon us the fellowship of the ministering to the saints.<a href="/1_john/1-3.htm">1 John 1:3</a> That which we have seen and heard declare we unto you, that ye also may have fellowship with us: and truly our fellowship is with the Father, and with his Son Jesus Christ.we should.<a href="/acts/15-23.htm">Acts 15:23-30</a> And they wrote letters by them after this manner; The apostles and elders and brethren send greeting unto the brethren which are of the Gentiles in Antioch and Syria and Cilicia: … <div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/acts/28-25.htm">Agreed</a> <a href="/galatians/2-1.htm">Barnabas</a> <a href="/galatians/1-18.htm">Cephas</a> <a href="/galatians/2-4.htm">Church</a> <a href="/galatians/2-8.htm">Circumcised</a> <a href="/galatians/2-8.htm">Circumcision</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/11-12.htm">Considered</a> <a href="/galatians/2-7.htm">Entrusted</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/13-14.htm">Fellowship</a> <a href="/galatians/2-8.htm">Gentiles</a> <a href="/galatians/1-15.htm">Grace</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/3-10.htm">Graciously</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/10-16.htm">Hand</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/11-33.htm">Hands</a> <a href="/galatians/1-16.htm">Heathen</a> <a href="/galatians/1-19.htm">James</a> <a href="/galatians/2-8.htm">Jews</a> <a href="/acts/19-4.htm">John</a> <a href="/galatians/2-8.htm">Mission</a> <a href="/romans/1-20.htm">Perceived</a> <a href="/galatians/2-8.htm">Peter</a> <a href="/acts/2-19.htm">Pillars</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/11-12.htm">Recognized</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/11-29.htm">Recognizing</a> <a href="/galatians/2-6.htm">Reputed</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/13-7.htm">Right</a> <a href="/galatians/2-6.htm">Seemed</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/genesis/23-16.htm">Agreed</a> <a href="/galatians/2-13.htm">Barnabas</a> <a href="/galatians/2-11.htm">Cephas</a> <a href="/ephesians/1-22.htm">Church</a> <a href="/galatians/5-2.htm">Circumcised</a> <a href="/galatians/2-12.htm">Circumcision</a> <a href="/2_thessalonians/1-5.htm">Considered</a> <a href="/ephesians/3-2.htm">Entrusted</a> <a href="/ephesians/3-9.htm">Fellowship</a> <a href="/galatians/2-12.htm">Gentiles</a> <a href="/galatians/2-21.htm">Grace</a> <a href="/ephesians/3-2.htm">Graciously</a> <a href="/galatians/3-19.htm">Hand</a> <a href="/ephesians/2-11.htm">Hands</a> <a href="/galatians/3-8.htm">Heathen</a> <a href="/galatians/2-12.htm">James</a> <a href="/galatians/2-13.htm">Jews</a> <a href="/revelation/1-1.htm">John</a> <a href="/revelation/9-5.htm">Mission</a> <a href="/genesis/19-33.htm">Perceived</a> <a href="/galatians/2-11.htm">Peter</a> <a href="/revelation/10-1.htm">Pillars</a> <a href="/philippians/2-8.htm">Recognized</a> <a href="/philemon/1-6.htm">Recognizing</a> <a href="/job/18-3.htm">Reputed</a> <a href="/galatians/3-29.htm">Right</a> <a href="/philippians/2-25.htm">Seemed</a><div class="vheading2">Galatians 2</div>1. <a href="/galatians/2-1.htm">He shows when he went up again to Jerusalem, and for what purpose;</a> 3. <a href="/galatians/2-3.htm">and that Titus was not circumcised;</a> 11. <a href="/galatians/2-11.htm">and that he resisted Peter, and told him the reason;</a> 14. <a href="/galatians/2-14.htm">why he and others, being Jews, believe in Christ to be justified by faith, and not by works;</a> 20. <a href="/galatians/2-20.htm">and that they live not in sin, who are so justified.</a> </div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; 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The term "grace" here refers to the unmerited favor and calling Paul received from God to preach the Gospel, particularly to the Gentiles. This recognition is significant as it underscores the divine authority and legitimacy of Paul's apostleship, which was often questioned. The grace given to Paul is reminiscent of the grace given to other biblical figures, such as Moses and the prophets, who were called to specific missions by God.James, Cephas, and John—those reputed to be pillars— James, Cephas (Peter), and John were key leaders in the early Christian church, often referred to as the "pillars" due to their foundational role in establishing and guiding the early Christian community. James, the brother of Jesus, was a leading figure in the Jerusalem church. Cephas, or Peter, was one of Jesus' closest disciples and a prominent leader among the apostles. John, the beloved disciple, was known for his deep spiritual insights and contributions to the New Testament. Their reputation as pillars indicates their authority and respect within the church, and their endorsement of Paul was crucial for his ministry.gave me and Barnabas the right hand of fellowship, The "right hand of fellowship" is a symbolic gesture of acceptance, partnership, and mutual recognition. In the cultural context of the time, extending the right hand was a sign of agreement and trust. By offering this to Paul and Barnabas, the Jerusalem leaders were publicly affirming their shared mission and unity in the Gospel. This act also signifies the breaking down of barriers between Jewish and Gentile believers, emphasizing the inclusivity of the Christian message.so that we should go to the Gentiles, Paul and Barnabas were commissioned to preach to the Gentiles, fulfilling the prophecy that the Gospel would reach all nations (<a href="/isaiah/49-6.htm">Isaiah 49:6</a>). This mission was a pivotal shift in the early church, as it expanded beyond the Jewish community to include all people. The inclusion of the Gentiles was a fulfillment of God's promise to Abraham that all nations would be blessed through his seed (<a href="/genesis/12-3.htm">Genesis 12:3</a>). Paul's ministry to the Gentiles is a testament to the universal scope of the Gospel and the breaking down of ethnic and cultural barriers.and they to the circumcised. The "circumcised" refers to the Jewish people, who were the initial recipients of the Gospel message. James, Peter, and John continued their ministry primarily among the Jews, maintaining the continuity of God's covenant with Israel while also embracing the new covenant through Christ. This division of labor allowed for a more effective spread of the Gospel, respecting cultural contexts while ensuring that the message of Christ reached both Jews and Gentiles. This arrangement reflects the early church's strategy to fulfill the Great Commission (<a href="/matthew/28-19.htm">Matthew 28:19-20</a>) by reaching all people groups.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/j/james.htm">James</a> Often identified as James, the brother of Jesus, and a leader in the Jerusalem church. He is known for his wisdom and leadership among the early Christians. 2. <a href="/topical/c/cephas.htm">Cephas</a> Another name for Peter, one of Jesus' closest disciples and a foundational leader in the early church. His role was significant in spreading the Gospel to the Jews. 3. <a href="/topical/j/john.htm">John</a> Likely the Apostle John, another key figure in the early church, known for his close relationship with Jesus and his writings, including the Gospel of John and Revelation. 4. <a href="/topical/p/paul.htm">Paul</a> The author of Galatians, an apostle to the Gentiles, who is recounting his acceptance and commissioning by the Jerusalem leaders. 5. <a href="/topical/b/barnabas.htm">Barnabas</a> A companion of Paul, known for his encouragement and missionary work alongside Paul, particularly among the Gentiles.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/u/unity_in_diversity.htm">Unity in Diversity</a> The early church leaders recognized different callings and missions, yet they worked together for the Gospel. This teaches us the importance of unity in the body of Christ, despite diverse roles and ministries. <a href="/topical/r/recognition_of_grace.htm">Recognition of Grace</a> Paul emphasizes that his mission to the Gentiles was recognized as a grace given by God. We should seek to recognize and affirm the grace and gifts in others, encouraging them in their God-given missions. <a href="/topical/t/the_right_hand_of_fellowship.htm">The Right Hand of Fellowship</a> This gesture symbolizes acceptance and partnership. In our churches today, we should extend fellowship to those who are different from us, fostering a spirit of cooperation and mutual respect. <a href="/topical/m/mission_to_the_gentiles.htm">Mission to the Gentiles</a> Paul's mission to the Gentiles was a significant shift in the early church. We are reminded to be open to God's leading in reaching out to those who may be outside our traditional circles. <a href="/topical/l/leadership_and_accountability.htm">Leadership and Accountability</a> The early church leaders held each other accountable and worked together to ensure the Gospel was preached accurately. We should value accountability and collaboration in our ministries.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_galatians_2.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Galatians 2</a> <a href="/q/what_is_the_right_hand_of_fellowship.htm">What is the Right Hand of Fellowship?</a> <a href="/q/are_you_self-examining_in_faith.htm">What is the order of Jesus' disciples' calling?</a> <a href="/q/role_of_jerusalem_church.htm">What was the role of the Church at Jerusalem?</a> <a href="/q/what's_in_the_gospel_of_the_hebrews.htm">What teachings does the Gospel of the Hebrews contain?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/galatians/2.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(9) James, Cephas, and John.--In some few MSS. and patristic quotations the reading is Peter and James and John. This doubtless arose from the tendency to exalt St. Peter, though the reading (which is found in Tertullian and Origen, and therefore must run up into the second century) is too early to be directly connected with the pretensions of the Papacy. The way in which St. Paul speaks respectively of St. Peter and St. James is in strict accordance with the historical situation. When he is speaking of the general work of the Church (as in the last two verses) St. Peter is mentioned prominently; when the reference is to a public act of the Church of Jerusalem the precedence is given to St. James.Who seemed to be pillars.--Rather, who are held (same word as reputed above) to be pillars. The metaphor is a natural one, and is found not unfrequently in classical writers. It was in common use among the Jews as a designation for the great Rabbinical teachers.Right hands of fellowship.--The giving of the right hand is a symbol of friendship. Instances occur, both in the East and West (comp. Xen. Anab. ii. 4, 1; Tac. Hist. i. 54, ii. 8), in which images of clasped right hands were sent in suing for alliance.<div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/galatians/2.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 9. - And when James, Cephas, and John, who seemed to be pillars, perceived the grace that was given unto me (καὶ γνόντες τὴν χάριν τὴν δοθεῖσάν μοι Ἰάκωβος καὶ Κηφᾶς καὶ Ἰωάννης οἱ δοκοῦντες στύλοι εϊναι); and perceiving of a certainty the grace that was given unto me, James and Cephas and John, those reputed to be pillars (gave). This is the order in which the words stand in the Greek, in which the participle γνόντες ("perceiving of a certainty") stands co-ordinate with the participle ἰδόντες ("when they saw") of ver. 7, so that this latter participle has "James, Cephas, and John" for its subject equally with the former, and vers. 7 and 9 appear as forming one sentence. The expression, "the grace that was given unto me," occurs also <a href="/1_corinthians/3-10.htm">1 Corinthians 3:10</a>; <a href="/romans/12-3.htm">Romans 12:3</a>; <a href="/romans/15-15.htm">Romans 15:15</a>; in which passages, as well as here, it is used with a definite reference to the office of apostle having been conferred upon him together with the qualification and aid for its efficient discharge. This definite reference to a heavenly gift connected with his official character is prominent in the apostle's use of the word "grace," also in <a href="/romans/1-5.htm">Romans 1:5</a>; <a href="/1_corinthians/15-10.htm">1 Corinthians 15:10</a>; <a href="/2_corinthians/12-9.htm">2 Corinthians 12:9</a>. The "grace that was given unto him," therefore, sums up the facts of his having been put in trust of the gospel of the uncircumcision, and of God's having wrought on his behalf in his discharge of that trust, which are presented in the two preceding verses. There is not much difference in the meaning of the participle γνόντες in this verse as compared with the participle ἰδόντες in ver. 7; for as we find the verb "seeing" used with reference to objects not discernible by the bodily sense but perceived only through the medium of evidencing facts, as in ver. 14 of this chapter, and in <a href="/luke/9-47.htm">Luke 9:47</a>; <a href="/luke/17-14.htm">Luke 17:14</a>; <a href="/matthew/9-2.htm">Matthew 9:2</a>; <a href="/acts/11-23.htm">Acts 11:23</a>; <a href="/acts/14-9.htm">Acts 14:9</a>; <a href="/acts/16-19.htm">Acts 16:19</a>; so also the verb ἔγνων is sometimes used of perceiving, becoming apprised of, some fact, as <a href="/mark/6-38.htm">Mark 6:38</a>; <a href="/mark/8-17.htm">Mark 8:17</a>; <a href="/luke/9-11.htm">Luke 9:11</a>; <a href="/john/12-9.htm">John 12:9</a>, when there is no clear intention of emphasizing the idea of certain knowledge. Sometimes, however, it seems as if the writer had such intention, as in <a href="/mark/8-17.htm">Mark 8:17</a>; <a href="/mark/15-45.htm">Mark 15:45</a>; <a href="/luke/8-46.htm">Luke 8:46</a>; <a href="/philippians/2-19.htm">Philippians 2:19</a>; and probably it was in this more emphatic sense that the apostle here substituted "knowing" for the foregoing "seeing." "James, and Cephas, and John." This James is, no doubt, the same James as appears in <a href="/acts/15.htm">Acts 15</a>. holding so prominent and apparently presidential a position in the great meeting of vers. 6-21. The "James" of the old triumvirate of the Gospels, "Peter, James, and John," was now no more. This James, whose personality has been discussed above in note on Galatians 1:19, is named first, before even Cephas and John, though not an apostle, as being the leading "elder" (bishop, as such a functionary soon got to be designated) of the Church of Jerusalem; for in the classification of the component members of that meeting in <a href="/acts/15-6.htm">Acts 15:6</a>, "the apostles and the elders," James must be assigned to the latter category. The twelve had no distinctive official connection with this particular Church more than with other Churches; and, therefore, in meetings held at Jerusalem, the presidential position would naturally be conceded, not to any one of the apostles, but to the man who was statedly recognized as the superior "elder" of this particular community. St. John's name is not mentioned in <a href="/acts/15.htm">Acts 15</a>; but in other places in St. Luke's history "Peter and John" are found acting in conjunction, and this in such a manner as to betoken their holding a very prominent place among the apostles (<a href="/acts/3-1.htm">Acts 3:1</a>; <a href="/acts/4-13.htm">Acts 4:13</a>; <a href="/acts/8-14.htm">Acts 8:14</a>). The reason why these three are named, and none but these, is probably that on the occasion referred to these three alone - James as on behalf of the Church of Jerusalem, and Peter and John as on behalf of the twelve - stepped forward at the general request before the meeting, and formally all three clasped hands with Paul and Barnabas in token of their recognizing and ratifying their doctrine and ministry. In reference to the name "Cephas,' it may be observed that St. Paul finds occasion to name this apostle nine times; in seven of these he writes, according to the best manuscripts, "Cephas' (<a href="/1_corinthians/1-12.htm">1 Corinthians 1:12</a>; <a href="/1_corinthians/3-22.htm">1 Corinthians 3:22</a>; <a href="/1_corinthians/9-5.htm">1 Corinthians 9:5</a>; <a href="/1_corinthians/15-5.htm">1 Corinthians 15:5</a>; <a href="/galatians/1-18.htm">Galatians 1:18</a>; <a href="/galatians/2-9.htm">Galatians 2:9, 14</a>); in two, "Peter" (<a href="/galatians/2-7.htm">Galatians 2:7, 8</a>). The Judaizers in the Church, whether at Corinth or in Galatia, in their morbid hankering after whatever was distinctively Jewish, were sure to affect the use of the Hebraic form; on which account, probably, St. Paul, in dealing with these men, is seen so frequently using this form himself. Those reputed to be pillars. The apostle's object in adding this clause is apparently, to indicate why these three, rather than any others, represented the rest in this act of formal proceeding, and at the same time to intimate to his Galatian readers the supreme character of the attestation thus afforded, both to that gospel of his which certain among the Galatians were now tampering with, and to his official character which those same persons were beginning to disparage. "Pillars." The apostle, years after, in writing to Timothy, speaks of its being the proper function of "the Church of the living God" that she should be "a pillar and settled basis (ἑδραίωμα) of the truth," i.e. upholding the truth (<a href="/1_timothy/3-15.htm">1 Timothy 3:15</a>). This suggests to us his meaning in using the same figure here. Those three men were by general consent looked up to as especially steadfast upholders of the truth of the gospel or of the Christian cause. In <a href="/revelation/3-12.htm">Revelation 3:12</a> the "pillar" seems thought of, not so much as upholding a superstructure as of something itself stationary, and also, perhaps, beautiful and glorious. Clement of Rome, in his Epistle to the Corinthians (§ 5), borrows the phrase with a more extensive application. The idea couched in the word "Cephas," rock, is so nearly identical with that of "settled basis," that the like affinity of ideas as led the apostle to connect "pillar" with the latter term in <a href="/1_timothy/3-15.htm">1 Timothy 3:15</a> may be supposed to have led him now to connect "pillar" with "Cephas" and his two illustrious brethren. They gave to me and Barnabas the right hands of fellowship (δεξίας ἔδωκαν ἐμοὶ καὶ Βαρνάβα κοινωνίας); they each of them clasped each of us by the right hand, in token that they both did then, and would thereafter continue to, regard us, and we also them, as partners with one another in a common work. We meet with the phrases, "give right hands," "receive right hands," in 1 Macc. 11:50, 52 1 Macc. 13:50, with reference, apparently, to the victor conceding, and the vanquished accepting, terms of peace to be ratified by the mutual clasp of right hands. This, however, is not precisely what is meant in the present case; there is no room here for the notion of reconciliation. Neither seems there intended a signification of love, such as the "kiss of love" would have afforded. This hand-clasp simply ratified by a palpable gesture the formal assurance between the two parties that they regarded each other as friendly partners in a common undertaking. That the use of this gesture in ratifying compact has been very common in all ages, is shown by the instances in Liddell and Scott's 'Lexicon' (Δεξία), and in Facciolati ("Dextra"), as well as by Bishop Light feet's note on the present passage. Its use among the Jews is attested, not only by the very phrase employed here and in the Maccabees, but by the phrases, "strike hands" and "give one's hand," in <a href="/job/17-3.htm">Job 17:3</a>; <a href="/proverbs/6-1.htm">Proverbs 6:1</a>; <a href="/ezekiel/17-18.htm">Ezekiel 17:18</a>. Josephus's remark in 'Ant.,' 18. 9:3, on the unique inviolability which the Persians, Parthians, and other Oriental nations felt to attach to engagements thus ratified, by no means precludes the supposition that Jews used this gesture of guarantee, but only shows that it was not with them the most sacred of all forms of covenanting: they would, of course, regard an oath by the Name of God as affording a higher sanction. In the case now under consideration there was no "strife" between James, Cephas, and John, and Paul and Barnabas, which needed to be "ended" by "an oath:" the solemn and cordial mutual pressure of the right hand seems just the kind and measure of form appropriate to the circumstances. That we should go unto the heathen, and they unto the circumcision (ἵνα ἡμεῖς εἰς τὰ ἔθνη αὐτοὶ δὲ εἰς τὴν περιτομήν); literally, that we unto (or, for) the Gentiles, and themselves unto (or, for) the circumcision, without any verb. We have a very similar ellipsis of the verb in a carefully balanced antithesis, and before the same preposition εἰς, in <a href="/romans/5-16.htm">Romans 5:16</a> (comp. also <a href="/2_corinthians/8-14.htm">2 Corinthians 8:14</a>). We may read it either thus, "should go unto," as in both the Authorized and the Revised Versions; or, "should be ministers for," taking the εἰς with the like shade of meaning, as in ver. 8. This distribution of the several provinces of work is shown by the subsequent practice on both sides (see note on ver. 7, subfin.) to have been intended to be geographical rather than national; which understanding is also indicated by the mention in the next verse of "the poor" whom Paul and Barnabas were, notwithstanding this distribution, to bear in mind; they were the poor in Judaea, the province of James, Cephas, and John. <a href="/commentaries/galatians/2-9.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>And καὶ (kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. recognizing γνόντες (gnontes) Verb - Aorist Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_1097.htm">Strong's 1097: </a> A prolonged form of a primary verb; to 'know' in a great variety of applications and with many implications. the τὴν (tēn) Article - Accusative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. grace χάριν (charin) Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_5485.htm">Strong's 5485: </a> From chairo; graciousness, of manner or act. I μοι (moi) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative 1st Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1473.htm">Strong's 1473: </a> I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I. had been given, δοθεῖσάν (dotheisan) Verb - Aorist Participle Passive - Accusative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1325.htm">Strong's 1325: </a> To offer, give; I put, place. A prolonged form of a primary verb; to give. James, Ἰάκωβος (Iakōbos) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2385.htm">Strong's 2385: </a> The same as Iakob Graecized; Jacobus, the name of three Israelites. Cephas, Κηφᾶς (Kēphas) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2786.htm">Strong's 2786: </a> Of Chaldee origin; the Rock; Cephas, a surname of Peter. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. John— Ἰωάννης (Iōannēs) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2491.htm">Strong's 2491: </a> Of Hebrew origin; Joannes, the name of four Israelites. those οἱ (hoi) Article - Nominative Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. reputed δοκοῦντες (dokountes) Verb - Present Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_1380.htm">Strong's 1380: </a> A prolonged form of a primary verb, doko dok'-o of the same meaning; to think; by implication, to seem. to be εἶναι (einai) Verb - Present Infinitive Active <a href="/greek/strongs_1510.htm">Strong's 1510: </a> I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist. pillars— στῦλοι (styloi) Noun - Nominative Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_4769.htm">Strong's 4769: </a> A pillar, support, column. From stuo; a post, i.e. support. gave ἔδωκαν (edōkan) Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_1325.htm">Strong's 1325: </a> To offer, give; I put, place. A prolonged form of a primary verb; to give. me ἐμοὶ (emoi) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative 1st Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1473.htm">Strong's 1473: </a> I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. Barnabas Βαρνάβα (Barnaba) Noun - Dative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_921.htm">Strong's 921: </a> Of Chaldee origin; son of Nabas; Barnabas, an Israelite. [the] right hand δεξιὰς (dexias) Adjective - Accusative Feminine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_1188.htm">Strong's 1188: </a> On the right hand, right hand, right. From dechomai; the right side or hand. of fellowship, κοινωνίας (koinōnias) Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2842.htm">Strong's 2842: </a> From koinonos; partnership, i.e. participation, or intercourse, or benefaction. so that ἵνα (hina) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2443.htm">Strong's 2443: </a> In order that, so that. Probably from the same as the former part of heautou; in order that. we [ should go ] ἡμεῖς (hēmeis) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Nominative 1st Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_1473.htm">Strong's 1473: </a> I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I. to εἰς (eis) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_1519.htm">Strong's 1519: </a> A primary preposition; to or into, of place, time, or purpose; also in adverbial phrases. the τὰ (ta) Article - Accusative Neuter Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. Gentiles ἔθνη (ethnē) Noun - Accusative Neuter Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_1484.htm">Strong's 1484: </a> Probably from etho; a race, i.e. A tribe; specially, a foreign one. and δὲ (de) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_1161.htm">Strong's 1161: </a> A primary particle; but, and, etc. they αὐτοὶ (autoi) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Nominative Masculine 3rd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_846.htm">Strong's 846: </a> He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons. to εἰς (eis) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_1519.htm">Strong's 1519: </a> A primary preposition; to or into, of place, time, or purpose; also in adverbial phrases. the τὴν (tēn) Article - Accusative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. Jews. περιτομήν (peritomēn) Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4061.htm">Strong's 4061: </a> Circumcision. 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