Summary:
The Moon is void all day, suggesting that it’s probably best to work on in-progress projects rather than begin something entirely new. Even so, we have excellent energy with us for focusing on what truly matters to us, as well as for harnessing the energy of desire and make it work for us or others.
- The Moon is in Scorpio all day (until Friday, October 16th, at 5:18 AM).
- The Moon is void all day (until tomorrow at 5:18 AM).
- The Moon is waxing and in its New phase.
- A New Moon occurred on the 12th, and a First Quarter Moon will occur on October 20th.
Times are EDT
Horoscopes
Aries
There can be a serious tone to the day, dear Aries, in a good way, as you’re more able to direct your energy into truly worthwhile pursuits. Perhaps you get something done well before a deadline, or work ahead on a project that has long-term potential. Bringing a little more order to your projects or environment can really pay off now, and thinking about your overarching goals can help you to recognize priorities. You can get a lot done today, particularly if you are involved in research and analysis or number work. It’s a good time to revive old projects or to fine-tune current ones. You are approaching the world with a healthy level of entitlement, and there can be information coming in or observations made that benefit you.
Taurus
There can be some important conversations today, dear Taurus, and a practical outlook. It’s a good time to apply yourself to an important project, to lay down ground rules with the family, or to handle important errands. As well, good energy is with you for travel, love, fortune, and creative projects. Romance could reach a new level, or feelings deepen for someone. Broadening your viewpoint or beliefs can be part of the picture now, particularly through others’ eyes. There could be help coming from relatives and possibly in-laws or extended family, or improved relationships. Your stronger focus and confidence can be used to better yourself and your relationships, as well as special projects. Some of you could be publishing creative works and ideas quite successfully now.
Gemini
This is a strong day for applying yourself to work or to a health routine, dear Gemini, and to get various important chores and errands done. There is a chance to resolve a problem related to power dynamics or jealousies and possessiveness in a relationship, as you’re especially focused on making improvements and aware of how these problems can undermine your relationships. You have inner, emotional courage at your disposal. Relating is complicated now, but rich and open to change and improvement. With a lot of power in your sectors of emotions and inner world these days, and much of it transformational, you are in a strong position to improve relationships with others and with yourself. You are learning a little more self-reliance, which in fact contributes to healthier relationships with others. There can be a mystery to solve or a problem resolved now.
Cancer
Creative efforts today can be productive, dear Cancer. You’re inclined to take things quite seriously, in a good way! In fact, this is a good time to sort out priorities. The ability to influence a friend or partner is stronger than usual right now, and a relationship might raise to a new level with bonding done now. You have greater insights into problems, and particularly relationship matters. There can be the need, and power, to help and support someone, or to benefit from someone’s wisdom yourself. There is a lot of power in your communications and relationship sectors this week, and this can be felt as building motivation to connect with others and to connect with your own interests and paths of learning and sharing. More understanding, attention, and insight can help give a nice boost to relationships. You are learning more about the world around you, and someone may be integral in encouraging you to step just a little outside of your comfort zone in order to learn even more.
Leo
Today is strong for discipline around the home and self-discipline as well, dear Leo. Your talents might be recognized, or you could be working on something that feels especially “right” to you. You may very well discover ways to improve finances now and this week. With Mars in your resources and natural talents sector these days, you may be especially gung-ho about new projects and ideas to make money or to make good use of your talents and resources. However, Mars can sometimes push too hard or fast, but today, you have Pluto helping you temper this energy and reminding you to have a plan. This doesn’t have to be a strict plan, but one that encourages some routine. This is a fine time for handling details, research, improving methods, and throwing yourself into work or tasks that excite you. It’s very easy for you to get caught up in a project now. “Fun” to you now may very well be tackling a project that is both creative and practical.
Virgo
You can accomplish much today, dear Virgo, particularly when it comes to studies, errands, creative pursuits, and communications. Once you’re motivated, you can really throw yourself into something productive now. This is a time for thinking in bigger terms than you usually do. It’s important that you avoid hiding your creative side. In fact, these days you’re learning important lessons about being yourself, and confidently so. You might even feel a little tired of hiding your light. With Mars in your sign and in harmony with Pluto, your ability to take the lead, influence, and persuade is augmented. Your power to persuade, to lead, and to influence are strong right now. With others, and especially a child or a romantic partner or love interest (fifth house-ruled), you have special abilities to make a deeper connection, to break ground in a relationship, or to uncover important new information. Think in terms of self-improvement as well, as you can move mountains at the moment, especially when it comes to how you present yourself to others. Feedback may not be all wonderful, but you’re in the position to pull yourself up and learn.
Libra
The need to get serious about an important personal belonging, finances, or possibly even a personal value figures strongly, dear Libra. Your more intimate relationships can be strengthened now through shows of support. You’re seeing areas where improvement is vital, but instead of seeing this as discouraging, you are especially willing to take on the challenge. Look for ways to strengthen family life or relationships with people who are family or like family to you. You could be seeing ways to improve your connection to your roots and to better express who you truly are through the actions you take, and especially about what you are putting behind you. Realigning your goals may be in order so that they reflect inner changes. There can be a need to help someone out or come to a person’s aid today, and this can be both challenging and satisfying. You are especially willing to find ways to cut out the fluff now, and have an almost uncanny ability to see through to the truth of a matter. Use your insight to help others or yourself.
Scorpio
Your powers of observation are tremendous in general, dear Scorpio, but today, they’re put to especially good use. New insight might come in a friendship or with a project or plan. It’s not an ideal day for new launches, but it’s strong for working on in-progress projects and for developing existing friendships and connections. It’s also very strong for seeing what has to go in order for you to feel more powerful and effective. Perhaps you are now seeing where you’ve been wasting too much time, for example. This becomes clear and you can make plans to change your focus. Relationship matters can thrive and others tend to support your ideas, and possibly even be in awe of your insights. Information you need seems to emerge now, or you can put your observations to good use. You could become aware of an admirer now.
Sagittarius
Your enthusiasm these days is strong, dear Sagittarius, but at times, you may not know where to direct excess energy or where to begin. Today, channels for expression and for your passions are likely to become clearer. You might recognize that you’re best off with a plan, schedule, or strategy. You are not always thrilled to go along with a script or routine, but this doesn’t have to be a strict plan – just a few notes and goals that will help you to make better use of your time. You may want to do something especially meaningful with a business, your talents, or your resources. Focus should be on existing projects that need new life or refinement or plans for future ones, not for actual launches, as the Moon is void all day and this can mean all-new projects may never take off if they are begun today. You are drawn to, and have good instincts for, those things that are valuable and long-term. Pull out an old project or cherished possession and work on improving it if you don’t already have something that fuels your passions.
Capricorn
Strong energy is with you for promotional activities, dear Capricorn, and possibly attracting people into your life who expand your worldview, personal horizons, or help you to learn and grow. Even so, you can also experience a stronger drive towards being more self-reliant. There can be a focus on friends, group associations, or long-term goals with an eye for what needs to improve or change. You are really commanding attention now, and you tend to have more personal influence than usual, so of course, this needs to be handled carefully. There is good energy for competitions – sports, beating high scores, business endeavors, and the like. Changes on the inside may be reflected in your actions now. Your powers of attraction are intense today! Cultivate, improve, enhance, and support the relationships you have.
Aquarius
There is both reverence for the past and the desire to improve today, dear Aquarius, and this suits your personality very well. You’re seeing situations, things, projects, and relationships for what is truly working and what elements need to improve or go. In this way, there can be opportunities to make peace with your past in some way now, and also for strengthening your commitment to a path or a person! Intensity of feeling is likely but can lead to greater satisfaction. This is a fine time for some of you to discover information that is valuable, or to find a lost object. With so much energy currently activating the areas of your chart that rule your feelings and inner world, and wonderful support, you have the chance to really get in touch with what’s most important to you, inner desires and needs, and with your intuition. New insight into dilemmas of an emotional nature could come now. Observe, research, and reflect now.
Pisces
You are communicating with more confidence and focus right now, dear Pisces, and others are drawn to you for your advice or insight. You might be forming or enhancing important relationships these days, and your passion and loyalty are attracting others. It’s a good time to get to the core of a matter or problem, and for new information to surface about old matters. Circumstances are such that you’re in the position to make plans and devise strategies, particularly in terms of your life direction, purpose, and happiness goals, which are changing as inner changes occur. You are bringing special things to any group or team setting now, and people are drawn to you and follow your lead. You also have the power to learn from any conflicts arising in friendships or partnership. You may be finding more meaning in your relationships now, and this is satisfying.
*Remember to read horoscopes for your Ascendant sign and Sun sign.
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The Details:
If you’re astrologically inclined and interested in the details of the Astrology of today, here are some of the factors considered in the forecasts (for the astrology of the week, see This Week in Astrology):
Date & Time: 15 Oct 2015 0:00 am
Event: Moon in Scorpio
Description: The Moon in Scorpio
Contemplate the deeper things in life. Avoid unnecessary conflict, but if it’s going to improve your life, go ahead and make waves. Tune in to your intuition. This is a good time for investigations, looking into a matter further, doing research, connecting to others with a shared passion, solving a mystery, and devising a strategy. When the Moon in Scorpio is strained, we may take our passions too far.
Date & Time: 15 Oct 2015 1:32 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon SSq Nod
Description: Transiting Moon SemiSquare Transiting North Node
There may be the need to pause to adjust things before moving plans forward. We could feel at odds with others on an emotional level. Public relations are not as favorable now.
Date & Time: 15 Oct 2015 3:16 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqq Ves
Description: Transiting Moon SesquiSquare Transiting Vesta
We can be a little stiff with our emotions, and we can be distracted from our work or focus. There can be difficulty expressing tenderness, concern, or care.
Date & Time: 15 Oct 2015 5:13 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Tri Chi
Description: Transiting Moon Trine Transiting Chiron
There can be new or easy understanding of our feelings and impressions now. We have a greater understanding of, or compassion for, others’ plights. We are more emotionally present and involved. Synchronicity is a feature of our daily life right now. Tune in and enjoy the spiritual signposts.
Date & Time: 15 Oct 2015 6:22 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Qnx Ura
Description: Transiting Moon Quincunx Transiting Uranus
There can be vague insecurity stimulated now, as we feel a little out of control faced with unpredictable events or feelings. There may be a conflict between a desire for familiarity and comfort, and the need for a change or excitement.
Date & Time: 15 Oct 2015 7:08 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon SSq Mer
Description: Transiting Moon SemiSquare Transiting Mercury
What feels right clashes with logic today. What people are saying may be a misrepresentation of their true feelings/emotions. It’s better to think before we speak, or misunderstandings can follow.
Date & Time: 15 Oct 2015 9:11 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon SSq Jun
Description: Transiting Moon SemiSquare Transiting Juno
There may be clinging or controlling behavior if we are driven by our fears. Hypersensitivity and moodiness are possible. Tread lightly with tricky emotional issues.
Date & Time: 15 Oct 2015 8:23 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Sun Sqq Nep
Description: Transiting Sun SesquiSquare Transiting Neptune
This a time for dreaming rather than important decision-making. It’s a good time to pay special attention to dreams and inspiration. Clarity may not be with us, but we probably don’t need it right now. It’s difficult to know for certain what we want, as we may be wavering.
Date & Time: 15 Oct 2015 9:41 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mar Sqq Cer
Description: Transiting Mars SesquiSquare Transiting Ceres
Tension can result from conflicts between desires for independence and needs for nurturing or to nurture/dependence. We can feel tied down due to family obligations or our own needs for comfort and safety, but not quite confident about pursuing our desires.
Date & Time: 15 Oct 2015 11:35 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mar Tri Plu
Description: Transiting Mars Trine Transiting Pluto
Ambitions and determination increase to pursue our goals. It’s easier to see what we want and to devise a plan to pursue it. We may be focusing on redoing or reworking something from the ground up.
VIRGO STRONG
Meticulous, discriminating, pure, practical, health conscious, hard working. Can be hyper-critical, petty and perfectionistic.
LIBRA STRONG
Even-handed, harmonious, artistic, diplomatic, balancing, strong sense of fairness. Can be over- compromising, appeasing, judgmental.
SCORPIO STRONG
Intense, magnetic, penetrating perception, power to confront. Can be destructive, vengeful, jealous, overly dramatic.
BALANCE OF ELEMENTS
FIRE WEAK
We are not very goal-oriented right now, or motivation to pursue our goals may be waning/lacking. Changes feel overwhelming. Enthusiasm may be low, we argue less, and we think more than we take action.
BALANCE OF MODES
The modes are balanced.
LUNAR PHASE: NEW MOON
Moon 0 to 45 degrees ahead of the Sun.
This is an energetic, impulsive, and subjective period of time. We are looking for new projects and opportunities.
The following aspects (major only) and positions are at noon (EDT) on October 15th:
Note that when an aspect is applying, it has not yet happened but is within orb – it’s pending. When an aspect is separating, it has already happened/perfected and is moving away from the aspect. Depending on the speed of the planet/body involved, the aspect will have perfected, or will perfect, in a matter of hours (often the case with the Moon), days, months, and possibly years in the case of the very slow-moving outer planets and bodies.
Note that the Moon moves at a rate of approximately one degree every 2 hours, so that if an aspect involving is applying and has an orb of 5 degrees, the aspect will perfect (be exact) in about 10 hours. If the Moon is separating from an aspect with an orb of 2 degrees, it has already formed said aspect approximately 4 hours ago (since the following are positions at noon today, then it would have occurred at about 8 AM today).
**I suggest paying close attention to applying aspects. The energy of the aspect builds as it gets closer to exact. Once an aspect involving inner planets has happened, it’s over. Separating aspects are good to know for context, but in terms of energy that is with us today, applying aspects are most important. (This is the case for daily astrology influences involving inner planets, which pass quickly, and not natal astrology aspects, which are with us for a life time).
THE MOON
THE MOON IN SCORPIO
You have an emotional intensity, and a strong need for drama. Under stress you will create drama and intensity in your life. You may have been born at a time when your mother experienced a crisis, or your birth may have been traumatic. Your mother may have been possessive and intense.
22ND DEGREE OF SCORPIO
Part of Body: Ethmoid bone
Sabian Symbol: Hunters starting out for ducks.
ASPECTS OF THE MOON
TRINE CHIRON Orb 3°25′ Separating
There can be new or easy understanding of our feelings and impressions now. We have a greater understanding of, or compassion for, others’ problems. We are more emotionally present and involved.
THE SUN
THE SUN IN LIBRA
You are diplomatic, and have a strong need for peace and harmony. Beauty is important to you, and you could be vain.
22ND DEGREE OF LIBRA
Part of Body: Renal veins
Sabian Symbol: A child giving birds a drink at a fountain.
ASPECTS OF THE SUN
OPPOSITION URANUS Orb 3°36′ Separating
We may want to break free from restrictions or responsibilities, but if we aren’t in touch with this, we could cause some problems. There could be restlessness and rebellious feelings. We don’t want to be told what to do. Exercising some restraint can help us to make needed changes.
MERCURY
MERCURY IN LIBRA
You are a diplomat and peacemaker, often acting as a go-between in relationships. You a good communicator, putting others at their ease. Arguments may upset you, as you prefer harmony in communications.
4TH DEGREE OF LIBRA
Part of Body: Kidney surface
Sabian Symbol: A group around a campfire.
ASPECTS OF MERCURY
SEXTILE SATURN Orb 1°34′ Separating
We are seeing our priorirites, taking things seriously, and applying ourselves to important matters. We are drawn to activities that are purposeful and practical. We can be conservative and cautious with our methods, opinions, learning, believing, and communicating. Thoroughness.
CONJUNCTION THE NORTH NODE Orb 3°01′ Separating
Important contacts can be made with people who share our intellectual interests or who introduce us to new ideas that help us to grow, improve, and expand. Projects prove successful right now, particularly those involving teamwork. Learning, teaching, communicating, and making contact figure strongly now, or we meet with situations that encourage us to improve our skills in these areas.
VENUS
VENUS IN VIRGO
This is a time when we express our love through practical means and gestures – running errands, doing detail work, or just being there. What we love, what we decide to buy and the types of entertainment we enjoy during this cycle are ruled by whether or not things make sense.
6TH DEGREE OF VIRGO
Part of Body: Descending colon
Sabian Symbol: A merry-go-round.
ASPECTS OF VENUS
CONJUNCTION MARS Orb 6°48′ Applying
This is a passionate, lively, expressive influence. Social relations are impassioned, and perhaps demanding or combative. We may also feel compelled to do something creative or artistic. We have a chance to express our needs, passions, and desires now in effective ways. Venus can act to soften Mars’ aggressiveness, or Mars can make Venus’ romantic impulses more forceful and pressing. Some level of competition is present in our interactions. Impulsive purchases are possible.
CONJUNCTION JUPITER Orb 7°46′ Applying
We are looking for more meaning or color to our lives and especially to our relationships. We seek to make others happy and tend to give others the benefit of the doubt. Our feelings and tastes are grand, and we may be especially extravagant or indulgent.
SQUARE SATURN Orb 3°37′ Separating
Lack of spontaneity when it comes to expressions of affection and the pursuit of pleasure, likely due to insecurities or fear. We may be reserved, withdrawn, cautious, and tight with money and/or feelings. Feelings of being alone and not getting what we want/need can be experienced now.
OPPOSITION NEPTUNE Orb 1°20′ Applying
We are easily seduced, impressionable, and ready to believe what we want to see. Wait for a better time to make important decisions, but pay attention to feelings that emerge now. This is a time for acknowledging imperfections in relationships.
MARS
MARS IN VIRGO
You will pursue your personal desires in a practical and methodical manner. You may be critical if opposed.
13TH DEGREE OF VIRGO
Part of Body: Hepatic arteries
Sabian Symbol: A powerful statesman wins to his cause a hysterical mob.
ASPECTS OF MARS
CONJUNCTION JUPITER Orb 0°58′ Applying
You are generous, self confident and lucky. Your energy level is high and you are courageous. You have a tendency to go where angels fear to tread, as you approach life with gusto regardless of the consequences. Travel and religious causes are likely to feature in your life. You may like to consider a career in the military or competitive sports.
OPPOSITION NEPTUNE Orb 5°27′ Separating
This is a time for resting, escaping, or taking a break as we reconsider our needs. We might temporarily lose focus or direction.
TRINE PLUTO Orb 0°17′ Applying
Ambitions and determination increase to pursue our goals. It’s easier to see what we want and to devise a plan to pursue it. We may be focusing on redoing or reworking something from the ground up.
OPPOSITION CHIRON Orb 4°59′ Applying
We can be quite touchy and easily aggravated at this time if we are not dealing with the source of our anger issues and frustrations. With these emerging, we can more easily see what’s tripping us up. Physical activity might also help release stress now.
JUPITER
JUPITER IN VIRGO
You have a strong desire to be of service, and high religious or spiritual ideals. You may also have an obsession with detailed perfection.
14TH DEGREE OF VIRGO
Part of Body: Cystic arteries
Sabian Symbol: A family tree.
ASPECTS OF JUPITER
TRINE PLUTO Orb 0°40′ Separating
You are enthusiastic about so many things, and have ambition to succeed. You naturally find yourself in leadership positions and react well to them.
OPPOSITION CHIRON Orb 4°01′ Applying
This can be a time when we are hungry for meaning and understanding, but it can be difficult to align ourselves with a personal philosophy or belief system that truly reflects our core. We might be led astray by beliefs and ideas now, or we might experience some form of crisis of faith.
SATURN
SATURN IN SAGITTARIUS
Saturn in Sagittarius asks us to take on the responsibility of living according to our personal truths and principles, and to be loyal to these. This is a time for turning a critical eye to those beliefs and principles that don’t accurately reflect our authentic selves. (December 23, 2014 to June 14, 2015, then September 17, 2015 to December 20, 2017)
3RD DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS
Part of Body: Ischia
Sabian Symbol: Two men playing chess.
ASPECTS OF SATURN
SQUARE NEPTUNE Orb 4°57′ Applying
Some feelings of disillusionment can come now as our dreams and ideals can be put to the test. Questioning our faith in our dreams can lead to lack of follow-through or wasteful activities and avoidance of responsibilities. Ideally, this crisis leads to a realignment of material goals and spiritual ideals as we assess what is truly meaningful to us.
URANUS
URANUS IN ARIES
The urge to start fresh, to break free from restrictive attitudes or circumstances, to totally redesign an area of our lives (or even our personalities), and to gain freedom through independence is strong during this cycle. (May 27, 2010 to August 13, 2010, then March 11th, 2011 to May 15, 2018, then November 6, 2018 to March 6, 2019).
19TH DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Corpus callosum cerebri
Sabian Symbol: The magic carpet.
ASPECTS OF URANUS
SQUARE PLUTO Orb 5°16′ Applying
A time for making sweeping changes and for adapting to changes in order to progress. This is a time for revising, altering, overhauling, and purging. We can experience tension, fear, and pressure, but also a sense of liberation from over-attachments and situations that have been holding us back from growth.
NEPTUNE
NEPTUNE IN PISCES
A long-term influence in which fantasy, imagination, compassion, and spirituality are in stronger focus. (April 4, 2011 to August 4, 2011, then February 3, 2012 to March 30, 2025, then October 22, 2025 to January 26, 2026).
8TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Left talus
Sabian Symbol: A girl blowing a bugle.
PLUTO
PLUTO IN CAPRICORN
Tests of our boundaries; breaking down and rebuilding structures and rules. (From January 25, 2008 to June 14, 2008, then November 26, 2008 to March 23, 2023, then June 11, 2023 to January 20, 2024, then September 1, 2024 to November 19, 2024).
14TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Right knee cartilage
Sabian Symbol: An ancient bas-relief carved in granite.
CHIRON
CHIRON IN PISCES
Strong awareness of our own vulnerabilities and humanity stimulates compassion for others. (April 20 to July 20, 2010, then February 8, 2011 to April 17, 2018, then September 25, 2018 to February 18, 2019).
18TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Extensor muscles of right toes
Sabian Symbol: In a huge tent a famous revivalist conducts his meeting.
VESTA
VESTA IN ARIES
This can be a time for grabbing the reins and working solo. There can be strong energy for new enterprises but not necessarily for routine work.
2ND DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Midbrain
Sabian Symbol: A comedian entertaining the group.
PALLAS
PALLAS IN SAGITTARIUS
This is an idealistic position. We love to learn and share our ideas and beliefs with others, and will go to great lengths to defend our principles and to reveal our truths.
25TH DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS
Part of Body: Condyles of right femur
Sabian Symbol: A chubby boy on a hobbyhorse.
JUNO
JUNO IN LIBRA
It’s especially important to us that our partnerships are fair and balanced during this cycle, and we can be particularly bothered if the scales are tipping. We feel stronger if we are able to maintain harmony, negotiate effectively, and treat one another fairly.
11TH DEGREE OF LIBRA
Part of Body: Nerve supply to kidney and renal pelvis
Sabian Symbol: A professor peering over his glasses.
CERES
CERES IN CAPRICORN
You tend to look after yourself and others rather than seek nurturing. You feel nurtured when you achieve your ambitions. You teach others self-discipline and how to achieve their goals.
28TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Right genicular arteries
Sabian Symbol: A large aviary.
THE NORTH NODE
THE NORTH NODE IN LIBRA
This is a quest to learn co-operation. You have a tendency to want your own way and to force your opinions onto others. You need to develop selflessness, the ability to share and a sensitivity to the needs of other people.
1ST DEGREE OF LIBRA
Part of Body: Renal pelvis
Sabian Symbol: A butterfly made perfect by a dart through it.
THE SOUTH NODE
THE SOUTH NODE IN ARIES
This is a quest to learn co-operation. You have a tendency to want your own way and to force your opinions onto others. You need to develop selflessness, the ability to share and a sensitivity to the needs of other people.
1ST DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Cerebrum
Sabian Symbol: A woman has risen out of the ocean, a seal is embracing her.
*** CONJUNCTIONS TO FIXED STARS ***
Transits 15 Oct 2015 – Event Chart
Aspects to Pal 24°Sg59 +07°06′
Cnj 25°Sg57 ACULEUS Enduring attacks but success
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