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href="/bsb/psalms/113.htm" class="clickchap" style="color:#001320" title="Click any translation name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><span class="versiontext"><a href="/niv/psalms/113.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />he seats them with princes, with the princes of his people.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/psalms/113.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />He sets them among princes, even the princes of his own people!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/psalms/113.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />to make them sit with princes, with the princes of his people.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/psalms/113.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />to seat them with nobles, with the princes of His people.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/psalms/113.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />That he may set <i>him</i> with princes, <i>even</i> with the princes of his people.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/psalms/113.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />That He may seat <i>him</i> with princes— With the princes of His people.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/psalms/113.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />To seat <i>them</i> with noblemen, With the noblemen of His people.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/psalms/113.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />To make them sit with princes, With the princes of His people.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/psalms/113.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />To make <i>them</i> sit with princes, With the princes of His people.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/psalms/113.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />To make <i>them</i> sit with nobles, With the nobles of His people.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/psalms/113.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />That He may seat them with princes, With the princes of His people.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/psalms/113.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />in order to seat them with nobles — with the nobles of his people.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/psalms/113.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />in order to seat them with nobles— with the nobles of His people. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/psalms/113.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />That he may set him with princes, Even with the princes of his people.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/psalms/113.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />and he lets them take part in ruling his people. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/psalms/113.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />That he may set him with princes, even with the princes of his people.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/psalms/113.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />He seats them with influential people, with the influential leaders of his people.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/psalms/113.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />and makes them companions of princes, the princes of his people. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/psalms/113.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />and giving him a seat among nobles— with the nobles of his people.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/psalms/113.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />to seat them with nobles, with the princes of His people.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/psalms/113.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />that he might seat him with princes, with the princes of his people. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/psalms/113.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />that he may set him with princes, even with the princes of his people.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/psalms/113.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />That he may set him with princes, even with the princes of his people.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/psalms/113.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />that he may set him with princes, even with the princes of his people. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/psalms/113.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />To cause [them] to sit with princes, "" With the princes of His people.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/psalms/113.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> To cause to sit with princes, With the princes of His people.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/psalms/113.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />To sit with the nobles, with the nobles of his people.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/psalms/113.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />That he may place him with princes, with the princes of his people. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/psalms/113.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br /><V 112:8>so that he may place him with the leaders, with the leaders of his people.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/psalms/113.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Seats them with princes, the princes of the people, <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/psalms/113.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />to make them sit with princes, with the princes of his people.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/psalms/113.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />That he may set him with the princes of the people.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/psalms/113.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />For he will settle him with the Rulers of the people.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/psalms/113.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />That He may set him with princes, Even with the princes of His people.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/psalms/113.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />to set him with princes, <i>even</i> with the princes of his people:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/psalms/113-8.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/nFaD2oDhKPc?start=14451" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/psalms/113.htm">The LORD Exalts the Humble</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">7</span>He raises the poor from the dust and lifts the needy from the dump <span class="reftext">8</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/3427.htm" title="3427: lə·hō·wō·šî·ḇî (Prep-l:: V-Hifil-Inf) -- A primitive root; properly, to sit down; by implication, to dwell, to remain; causatively, to settle, to marry.">to seat them</a> <a href="/hebrew/5973.htm" title="5973: ‘im- (Prep) -- From amam; adverb or preposition, with, in varied applications; specifically, equally with; often with prepositional prefix.">with</a> <a href="/hebrew/5081.htm" title="5081: nə·ḏî·ḇîm (Adj-mp) -- Inclined, generous, noble. From nadab; properly, voluntary, i.e. Generous; hence, magnanimous; as noun, a grandee.">nobles,</a> <a href="/hebrew/5973.htm" title="5973: ‘im (Prep) -- From amam; adverb or preposition, with, in varied applications; specifically, equally with; often with prepositional prefix.">with</a> <a href="/hebrew/5081.htm" title="5081: nə·ḏî·ḇê (Adj-mpc) -- Inclined, generous, noble. From nadab; properly, voluntary, i.e. Generous; hence, magnanimous; as noun, a grandee.">the princes</a> <a href="/hebrew/5971.htm" title="5971: ‘am·mōw (N-msc:: 3ms) -- From amam; a people; specifically, a tribe; hence troops or attendants; figuratively, a flock.">of His people.</a> </span><span class="reftext">9</span>He settles the barren woman in her home as a joyful mother to her children. Hallelujah!…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_samuel/2-8.htm">1 Samuel 2:8</a></span><br />He raises the poor from the dust and lifts the needy from the ash heap. He seats them among princes and bestows on them a throne of honor. For the foundations of the earth are the LORD’s, and upon them He has set the world.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/1-52.htm">Luke 1:52</a></span><br />He has brought down rulers from their thrones, but has exalted the humble.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/job/5-11.htm">Job 5:11</a></span><br />He sets the lowly on high, so that mourners are lifted to safety.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/james/2-5.htm">James 2:5</a></span><br />Listen, my beloved brothers: Has not God chosen the poor of this world to be rich in faith and to inherit the kingdom He promised those who love Him?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_corinthians/1-28.htm">1 Corinthians 1:28-29</a></span><br />He chose the lowly and despised things of the world, and the things that are not, to nullify the things that are, / so that no one may boast in His presence.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/daniel/4-17.htm">Daniel 4:17</a></span><br />This decision is the decree of the watchers, the verdict declared by the holy ones, so that the living will know that the Most High rules over the kingdom of mankind and gives it to whom He wishes, setting over it the lowliest of men.’<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ezekiel/17-24.htm">Ezekiel 17:24</a></span><br />Then all the trees of the field will know that I am the LORD. I bring the tall tree down and make the low tree tall. I dry up the green tree and make the withered tree flourish. I, the LORD, have spoken, and I have done it.’”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/23-12.htm">Matthew 23:12</a></span><br />For whoever exalts himself will be humbled, and whoever humbles himself will be exalted.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_peter/5-6.htm">1 Peter 5:6</a></span><br />Humble yourselves, therefore, under God’s mighty hand, so that in due time He may exalt you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/3-34.htm">Proverbs 3:34</a></span><br />He mocks the mockers, but gives grace to the humble.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/57-15.htm">Isaiah 57:15</a></span><br />For thus says the One who is high and lifted up, who inhabits eternity, whose name is Holy: “I dwell in a high and holy place, and with the oppressed and humble in spirit, to restore the spirit of the lowly and revive the heart of the contrite.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/14-11.htm">Luke 14:11</a></span><br />For everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, and the one who humbles himself will be exalted.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_samuel/7-8.htm">2 Samuel 7:8</a></span><br />Now then, you are to tell My servant David that this is what the LORD of Hosts says: I took you from the pasture, from following the flock, to be the ruler over My people Israel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/75-7.htm">Psalm 75:7</a></span><br />but it is God who judges; He brings down one and exalts another.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/5-3.htm">Matthew 5:3</a></span><br />“Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">That he may set him with princes, even with the princes of his people.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/45-16.htm">Psalm 45:16</a></b></br> Instead of thy fathers shall be thy children, whom thou mayest make princes in all the earth.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/68-13.htm">Psalm 68:13</a></b></br> Though ye have lien among the pots, <i>yet shall ye be as</i> the wings of a dove covered with silver, and her feathers with yellow gold.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/genesis/41-41.htm">Genesis 41:41</a></b></br> And Pharaoh said unto Joseph, See, I have set thee over all the land of Egypt.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/psalms/112-5.htm">Cause</a> <a href="/psalms/107-40.htm">Nobles</a> <a href="/psalms/107-40.htm">Princes</a> <a href="/psalms/105-30.htm">Rulers</a> <a href="/psalms/73-8.htm">Seats</a> <a href="/psalms/113-5.htm">Sit</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/psalms/116-16.htm">Cause</a> <a href="/psalms/118-9.htm">Nobles</a> <a href="/psalms/118-9.htm">Princes</a> <a href="/psalms/118-9.htm">Rulers</a> <a href="/psalms/122-5.htm">Seats</a> <a href="/psalms/113-9.htm">Sit</a><div class="vheading2">Psalm 113</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/113-1.htm">An exhortation to praise God for his excellence</a></span><br><span class="reftext">6. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/113-6.htm">For his mercy</a></span><br></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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In biblical context, God often chooses the lowly and raises them to prominence, as seen in the stories of Joseph, David, and Esther. This reflects God's sovereignty and His ability to overturn societal norms. The concept of being seated with nobles signifies a place of dignity and respect, often reserved for those of high status. This can be seen as a foreshadowing of the believer's future glorification, as described in <a href="/ephesians/2-6.htm">Ephesians 2:6</a>, where believers are seated with Christ in the heavenly realms.<p><b>with the princes of His people</b><br>This part of the verse emphasizes the inclusion of the humble among the leaders of God's chosen people. Historically, Israel was led by judges, kings, and prophets, who were considered princes or leaders. The elevation of the humble to such positions underscores God's justice and His ability to transform lives. It also points to the ultimate fulfillment in Christ, who is the Prince of Peace and the King of Kings, and who calls His followers to share in His reign. This is echoed in <a href="/revelation/5-10.htm">Revelation 5:10</a>, where believers are made a kingdom and priests to serve God and reign on the earth.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_psalmist.htm">The Psalmist</a></b><br>The author of <a href="/bsb/psalms/113.htm">Psalm 113</a>, traditionally attributed to King David, who is expressing praise to God for His mighty works and His care for the humble.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/p/princes.htm">Princes</a></b><br>Symbolic of those in positions of authority and honor. In the context of this verse, it represents a place of elevated status and dignity.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_humble.htm">The Humble</a></b><br>Those who are lowly or in humble circumstances, whom God raises up to sit with princes.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/g/god.htm">God</a></b><br>The central figure in the Psalm, who is praised for His sovereignty and His ability to elevate the humble.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_people_of_god.htm">The People of God</a></b><br>Refers to the Israelites, God's chosen people, among whom He raises individuals to positions of honor.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/g/god's_sovereignty_in_elevation.htm">God's Sovereignty in Elevation</a></b><br>God has the power to elevate individuals from humble circumstances to positions of honor. This demonstrates His sovereignty and His ability to change the course of a person's life.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_value_of_humility.htm">The Value of Humility</a></b><br>Humility is a virtue that God honors. Those who are humble before God can trust in His timing and His plan for their elevation.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/g/god's_care_for_the_lowly.htm">God's Care for the Lowly</a></b><br>God is attentive to the needs of the humble and lowly. He sees their plight and acts on their behalf, showing His compassion and justice.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/trust_in_god's_timing.htm">Trust in God's Timing</a></b><br>Believers are encouraged to trust in God's timing for their elevation or change in circumstances. His plans are perfect, and He knows the right time to act.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/l/living_with_gratitude.htm">Living with Gratitude</a></b><br>Recognizing God's ability to elevate us should lead to a life of gratitude and praise, acknowledging His work in our lives.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_psalm_113.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Psalm 113</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/bible's_view_on_un_and_end_times.htm">What does the Bible say about the UN and end times?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_does_poverty_persist_despite_psalm_113.htm">(Psalm 113:7-8) Despite the claim that God 'raises the poor' and seats them 'with princes,' how do we explain the ongoing existence of poverty with little evidence of divine intervention?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/is_psalm_114_8_consistent_with_moses'_rock.htm">Does the miraculous water from rock in Psalm 114:8 align with other biblical accounts of Moses striking a rock, or are there inconsistencies?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/does_psalm_45's_royal_imagery_conflict.htm">Could the royal imagery in Psalm 45 conflict with other Old Testament passages warning against over-glorifying human rulers?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/psalms/113.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 8.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">That he may set him with princes.</span> The words of <a href="/1_samuel/2-8.htm">1 Samuel 2:8</a> are still followed. (For the sentiment, see also <a href="/job/36-7.htm">Job 36:7</a>.) Historically, the statement is illustrated by the examples of Joseph, Saul, David, Daniel, Mordecai. <span class="cmt_word">Even with the princes of his people</span>. Not merely with heathen princes, but with those who exercise sovereignty over Israel, as Joseph with Pharaoh, Daniel with Nebuchadnezzar and Cyrus, Mordecai with Ahasuerus or Xerxes. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/psalms/113-8.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">to seat</span><br /><span class="heb">לְהוֹשִׁיבִ֥י</span> <span class="translit">(lə·hō·wō·šî·ḇî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-l | Verb - Hifil - Infinitive construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3427.htm">Strong's 3427: </a> </span><span class="str2">To sit down, to dwell, to remain, to settle, to marry</span><br /><br /><span class="word">them with</span><br /><span class="heb">עִם־</span> <span class="translit">(‘im-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5973.htm">Strong's 5973: </a> </span><span class="str2">With, equally with</span><br /><br /><span class="word">nobles,</span><br /><span class="heb">נְדִיבִ֑ים</span> <span class="translit">(nə·ḏî·ḇîm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adjective - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5081.htm">Strong's 5081: </a> </span><span class="str2">Voluntary, generous, magnanimous, a grandee</span><br /><br /><span class="word">with</span><br /><span class="heb">עִ֝֗ם</span> <span class="translit">(‘im)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5973.htm">Strong's 5973: </a> </span><span class="str2">With, equally with</span><br /><br /><span class="word">the princes</span><br /><span class="heb">נְדִיבֵ֥י</span> <span class="translit">(nə·ḏî·ḇê)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adjective - masculine plural construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5081.htm">Strong's 5081: </a> </span><span class="str2">Voluntary, generous, magnanimous, a grandee</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of His people.</span><br /><span class="heb">עַמּֽוֹ׃</span> <span class="translit">(‘am·mōw)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5971.htm">Strong's 5971: </a> </span><span class="str2">A people, a tribe, troops, attendants, a flock</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/psalms/113-8.htm">Psalm 113:8 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/psalms/113-8.htm">Psalm 113:8 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/psalms/113-8.htm">Psalm 113:8 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/psalms/113-8.htm">Psalm 113:8 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/psalms/113-8.htm">Psalm 113:8 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/psalms/113-8.htm">Psalm 113:8 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/psalms/113-8.htm">Psalm 113:8 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/psalms/113-8.htm">Psalm 113:8 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/psalms/113-8.htm">Psalm 113:8 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/psalms/113-8.htm">Psalm 113:8 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/psalms/113-8.htm">OT Poetry: Psalm 113:8 That he may set him with princes (Psalm Ps Psa.) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/psalms/113-7.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Psalm 113:7"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Psalm 113:7" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/psalms/113-9.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Psalm 113:9"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Psalm 113:9" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>