Shuva Yisra’el
The struggle is real, reaching all the way from Genesis to today. Yahweh is a compassionate and loving El, with His arms outstretched calling to His people, those with whom He is covenanted, to repent and return to Him.
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Shuva Yisra’el (Return O’ Israel) | Part 1
Seldom does Rabbi Steve Berkson do a “timing teaching”, but it seems the Ruach put this one in front of him (at the behest of Rabbi Tom) to bring to you today. This teaching series is based on a tradition called “Shabbat Shuva” or the “Shabbat of Return” which by tradition falls between Rosh Hashana and Yom Kippur (Day of Trumpets and Day of Atonement). The text for this tradition is Hoshea (Hosea) chapter 14 and begins with, “O Yisra’el, return to Yahweh your Elohim…”
So, after having gone through the Spring Feasts – Passover, Unleavened Bread, and Shavuot, which are types and shadows of the Hebrew's exodus from Egypt and journey to Mt. Sinai, have you maintained a faithful, straight walk in Torah? Or, have you gotten “off the path” a little or a lot? Do you sense a call to return to the path, to Yahweh?
• What is meant by “crookedness”? What does crookedness cause you to do?
• Regarding the call to return – return to what?
From there, Rabbi Berkson takes us into Leviticus chapter 26 to look at the reasons to return to the Covenant. In Leviticus chapter 26 the blessings and the curses associated with Yahweh’s Covenant with His people are listed.
• How is it that you will be able to walk in Covenant with the Creator?
From Leviticus, we go to Deuteronomy 4:25 where we can see that Yahweh has an issue with His people and their idol worship. How can we today relate to them in that time regarding ‘idol worship’?
Rabbi Berkson then takes us to Deuteronomy chapter 30 to show us one of the final exhortations of Moses to the people as they are about to cross over into the Promised Land. Interestingly, Yahweh through Moses told the people that in their future they would stray from the path they were supposed to walk and be taken from the Land by their enemies, but as they were living in a foreign land, their hearts would turn back to Yahweh and they would return once again to possess and live in their Promised Land.
• In this chapter we see the phrase, “circumcise your heart” – what does that mean? Isn't that just a "New Testament" concept? What is it doing left of Matthew?
And then we are taken to Romans chapter 10 where Rabbi Berkson points out that the apostle Paul is clearly writing about Torah observance, and indeed substitutes the word ‘Messiah’ for the word ‘Torah’ as he quotes Moses in the section from Deuteronomy chapter 30.
• What does Romans 10:4 really mean?
• What is “the righteousness of belief”?
• What is “the good news of the good”?
• Was there “Good News” before the New Testament?
Verse-by-verse and step-by-step Rabbi Steve Berkson takes us on the journey of discovery and learning how to covenant with our Creator and Father which from time to time requires us to turn around and return to His Word so that we can have a sure entrance into His Kingdom.
Links to related and suggested teachings:
• Are You Covenanted? https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLf9HOA0P9oX_OEhd7K84LBs_jp6579C6U
• What Are You Thinking? https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLf9HOA0P9oX_Uwhv4vgG84U04DZRDYO-q
• INfocus: We Would Never Do That! https://youtu.be/j96V11GnY3Q
• Repentance https://youtu.be/SFXaoqjCjO4
• Do You Know the Father and the Son? https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLf9HOA0P9oX85eE0WcFyzM6xquyz7r_RC
• INfocus: The Delusion Bubble https://youtu.be/cEgeS8NIBtM
• INfocus: Was the Law/Torah Nailed to the Cross? https://youtu.be/3UhJkwgrtvU
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Afterburn | Thoughts, Q&A on Shuva Yisra’el (Return O’ Israel) | Part 1
Some of the topics covered are;
• Discipleship today vs. 2,000 years ago… [3:01]
• Explaining the importance and meaning behind the Promised Land… [10:33]
• Why the blessings and curses in Leviticus 26? [14:58]
• How do I process mentally, emotionally and spiritually an experience when in a Christian church I received a “word” that was specifically directed at me? [17:06]
• Leviticus 26:19, “your heavens like iron and your earth like bronze” – what does this mean? [20:45]
• More about the “Good News”… [21:48]
• Yahweh had a problem with the sacrificial system and priesthood… [28:19]
• Be very cautious about making an issue of genealogy… [31:25]
• Is cannibalism being talked about in Leviticus 26:29? [40:54]
… and much more!
Related Teachings can be found here:
• Discovering Your Identity https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLf9HOA0P9oX9sYCl1svmfxY2AfKCmf8H4
• INfocus: The Delusion Bubble https://youtu.be/cEgeS8NIBtM
• Are You Saved? https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLf9HOA0P9oX-XDS4JdFkY0WuOGluQm7_Y
Afterburn: also known in the world of fitness as the “afterburn effect”, simply put; The more intense the exercise, the more oxygen your body consumes afterward.
The same could be true as you build up your spiritual self. After an intense teaching session, you need answers as more thoughts and questions consume you in your spiritual growth.
Rabbi Steve Berkson, director of MTOI, provides an opportunity for the Afterburn to take place by additional thoughts and insight about what he just taught as well as answering questions from the local congregation and those watching the live stream.
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Shuva Yisra’el (Return O’ Israel) | Part 2
Have you maintained a faithful, straight walk in Torah? Or, have you gotten “off the path” a little or a lot? Do you sense a call to return to the path, to Yahweh?
Taking us to Jeremiah 29:12 Rabbi Steve Berkson points out Yahweh’s pattern of behavior towards His people. When He needs to correct covenant behavior He starts with small subtle nudges and then uses more severe measures to get our attention. Then at some point if He determines we are not listening or responding, we will be turned loose to “play with the pigs” and hopefully come to ourselves and return to Him and the Covenant.
• What’s the first thing one should do when returning to Yahweh?
• What is “hedging an apology”?
• What is not seeking Yahweh with all your heart?
In Isaiah 55:6 two things are mentioned – seeking Yahweh while He can still be found, and calling on Him while He is near.
• What causes Him to not be near? What separates and causes distance between you and Him?
• Why do we not fully understand and accept His ways?
• What are 3 things that will forever be in the Kingdom of Elohim?
From there, Rabbi Berkson takes us to Lamentations chapters 3 and 5 where we see the formula for a prayer of repentance.
• Have you ever been contrary to the Covenant out of rebellion?
• What does this mean, “renew our days as of old”?
Then we hop back to Jeremiah 6:8-17 where we see how Torah is much more than just “The Law”, but it is for our instruction. Yahweh wants us to be ‘instructed’ by Him.
• How can our ears be “uncircumcised”?
• Why does Yahweh want to see us walk out His instructions?
• What is “greedy for gain”?
Verse-by-verse and step-by-step Rabbi Steve Berkson takes us on the journey of discovery and learning how to covenant with our Creator and Father which from time to time requires us to turn around and return to His Word so that we can have a sure entrance into His Kingdom.
Links to related and suggested teachings:
• Forgiveness, Resolution, Reconciliation & Restoration https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLf9HOA0P9oX9nrOVGRTQcFf21Y7V1TgUh
• The Heart of the Matter https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLf9HOA0P9oX_O_DuSxpxaOIPKqKENGP0s
• Tithing: Appreciating Blessings https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLf9HOA0P9oX_E5BjMbqeCByAnGjd4lN0P
• INfocus: Emunah https://youtu.be/UxxiMAbTEwA
• Do You Trust Yahweh Enough to Obey Him? https://youtu.be/EZg_97aOK_8
• Love and Torah https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLf9HOA0P9oX-yUzD19fgPkEH6L3NnG1Zh
• INfocus: This Won't Be in the Kingdom https://youtu.be/DxXsUyRVowU
• INfocus: That’s Not Submission https://youtu.be/a73Wn6jCz_E
• The Millennium & The Kingdom https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLf9HOA0P9oX9UNbkpvbCaWQXijbyGCLVK
• INfocus: Ask For the Old Paths https://youtu.be/9IvV1RajzpE
• INfocus: Messi-Mutt https://youtu.be/pL4EeaQbOKk
• Well Done, Good and Trustworthy Servant https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLf9HOA0P9oX-M88aqIdeb7mT2kxEK2kNz
• Whose Eyes Are You Right In? https://youtu.be/pfnzHFgNCWM
• INfocus: The Delusion Bubble https://youtu.be/cEgeS8NIBtM
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Afterburn | Thoughts, Q&A on Shuva Yisra’el (Return O’ Israel) | Part 2
Some of the topics covered are;
• Afraid to give up control… [00:00]
• Wrong to explain yourself to another? [5:15]
• More thoughts on ‘rebellion’… [8:30]
• Reaping what you sow… [13:56]
• How should we submit to secular authorities, governments, etc. that we disagree with? [19:07]
• The least and the greatest? [23:34]
• Three points of confusion clarified – Why we need a teacher... [27:27]
• To be successful at living in reality, realize the limited control and influence you have over it… [35:20]
• How can I help someone through a personal tragedy emotionally and mentally? Rabbi Steve shares a personal story... [44:59]
… and much more!
Related Teachings can be found here:
• Learn and Teach the Torah https://podomatic.com/podcasts/steveberkson/episodes/2012-08-11T15_41_27-07_00
• The Fear of Yahweh https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLf9HOA0P9oX8t0FwtfuLzlCSJdSrRlzXU
• Yom Kippur 5782 https://youtu.be/Kwe4J72TqD0
• Do You Know the Father and the Son? https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLf9HOA0P9oX85eE0WcFyzM6xquyz7r_RC
Afterburn: also known in the world of fitness as the “afterburn effect”, simply put; The more intense the exercise, the more oxygen your body consumes afterward.
The same could be true as you build up your spiritual self. After an intense teaching session, you need answers as more thoughts and questions consume you in your spiritual growth.
Rabbi Steve Berkson, director of MTOI, provides an opportunity for the Afterburn to take place by additional thoughts and insight about what he just taught as well as answering questions from the local congregation and those watching the live stream.
Don't miss out on new teachings every week. Please click on the "LIKE" button if this video has been a blessing to you.
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We are located in Cleveland TN. If you would like to know more about us, we would love to hear from you! Feel free to visit us on our website, https://mtoi.org, email us at admin@mtoi.org or call us at 423-250-3020.
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Shuva Yisra’el (Return O’ Israel) | Part 3
Have you maintained a faithful, straight walk in Torah? Or, have you gotten “off the path” a little or a lot? Do you sense a call to return to the path, to Yahweh?
After a quick review of the last two episodes, Rabbi Steve Berkson shows us from Jeremiah 33:7-8 how Yahweh promised to, “turn back (Shuva) the captivity of Judah and Israel and build them as at the first.”
In this passage, why does Yahweh mention both Judah and Israel?
• When was “at the first”? (Exodus 6:6) How can you relate to this concept today?
• How can you “return” if you were not born and raised as an Israeli?
• What is the first step of ‘returning’?
• What is the ‘Egypt’ that is over you today?
• What are the two levels of redemption that Messiah Yeshua provided for us?
• For what is the Land (of Israel) a metaphor?
• What is the 2-step process of “return” promised in Jeremiah 33:8?
From there, Rabbi Berkson takes us to Ezekiel chapter 18. In this chapter we see how we individually will be held accountable for our behavior and the importance of “owning” our choices.
• Why are the words, “Thus said Yahweh” important?
• What is a ‘nephesh’ and how has it been improperly defined?
• Is a son held accountable for the father’s unrighteousness, or visa-versa?
• Is there such a thing as “generational curses”?
• Do you really reap what you sow?
• How can I make a new heart and spirit?
Verse-by-verse and step-by-step Rabbi Steve Berkson takes us on the journey of discovery as we learn how to covenant with our Creator and Father, which, from time to time requires us to turn around and return (Shuva) to His Word so that we can have a sure entrance into His Kingdom.
00:00 Review
02:00 Jeremiah 33:7-8
03:42 Exodus 6:6 – Do You Know Him?
12:58 What is the ‘Egypt’ that is over you today?
16:10 Exodus 6:7 – The Process
17:22 Jeremiah 33:8 – Cleanse & Pardon
23:53 Ezekiel 18:1 – Thus said Yahweh…
28:19 Ezekiel 18:3-4 – Nephesh
30:08 Ezekiel 18:5-17 – You must own what you do
38:59 Ezekiel 18:18 – Generational curses?
53:23 Ezekiel 18:25 – Your way is not right!
01:01:13 Ezekiel 18:30 – You will reap what you sow
01:04:11 Ezekiel 18:31-32 – Make a new heart and spirit
Links to related and suggested teachings:
• INfocus: Ask For the Old Paths https://youtu.be/9IvV1RajzpE
• Love and Torah https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLf9HOA0P9oX-yUzD19fgPkEH6L3NnG1Zh
• Baptism of Fire https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLf9HOA0P9oX9AWP1xgzwYpV84LbShjxe-
• INfocus: The Fullness of the Intent https://youtu.be/1GQ22GvKkvg
• The Fear of Yahweh https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLf9HOA0P9oX8t0FwtfuLzlCSJdSrRlzXU
• INfocus: You Sicko! https://youtu.be/fJAeYWM9p24
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Afterburn | Thoughts, Q&A on Shuva Yisra’el (Return O’ Israel) | Part 3
Some of the topics covered are;
00:00 Intro
00:52 Generational curses?
03:15 How to walk free and delivered…
13:54 Of course I’m getting in…
15:53 What you need to do…
17:51 Prepping you for the Covenant?
19:36 The new has to line up with the old…
24:39 Accountability
28:05 The fullness of the intent
28:55 When the cards are against you…
33:49 Repetition
36:25 Not uncomfortable enough yet…
38:40 So you think you’ve arrived?
41:21 Affirmations?
47:11 How do I “get” discipline?
… and much more!
Related Teachings can be found here:
INfocus: The Fullness of the Intent https://youtu.be/1GQ22GvKkvg
Afterburn: also known in the world of fitness as the “afterburn effect”, simply put; The more intense the exercise, the more oxygen your body consumes afterward.
The same could be true as you build up your spiritual self. After an intense teaching session, you need answers as more thoughts and questions consume you in your spiritual growth.
Rabbi Steve Berkson, director of MTOI, provides an opportunity for the Afterburn to take place by additional thoughts and insight about what he just taught as well as answering questions from the local congregation and those watching the live stream.
Don't miss out on new teachings every week. Please click on the "LIKE" button if this video has been a blessing to you.
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Shuva Yisra’el (Return O’ Israel) | Part 4
Have you maintained a faithful, straight walk in Torah? Or, have you gotten “off the path” a little or a lot? Do you sense a call to return to the path, to Yahweh?
Continuing from the last episode, Rabbi Steve Berkson takes us from Ezekiel chapter 18 to chapter 33. In the first part of the chapter, Yahweh appoints the prophet Ezekiel to be a “watchman” who would warn the people of that time of the judgment coming upon them. Yahweh also gave clear instructions for how this appointment should be performed, with a warning to the prophet of the consequences should he not perform his duties.
• Can anyone take away from this passage that they too are “watchman”?
• What is the danger in claiming to be someone appointed by Yahweh?
• How did Rabbi Steve define ‘crookedness’?
• What is the difference between your righteousness and Elohim’s righteousness?
• What is your part in getting into the Kingdom of Elohim?
• What will you be doing in the Millennium?
• What is the real test of your pursuing Torah?
• When is an apology not an apology?
• What is the difference between a ‘won’t and a ‘can’t’?
• Are your sins truly forgotten?
• What is the one “salvation issue”?
Verse-by-verse and step-by-step Rabbi Steve Berkson takes us on the journey of discovery as we learn how to covenant with our Creator and Father, which, from time to time requires us to turn around and return (Shuva) to His Word so that we can have a sure entrance into His Kingdom.
00:00 Review
07:45 Ezekiel 33:1-6 A “Watchman”
14:18 But that the wrong turn and live
20:14 Your righteousness vs. Elohim’s righteousness
21:26 The path to the Door and the blood covering
27:32 Bringing Reality In
31:03 Keep your focus on what’s ahead
34:03 Dealing with the fallout
38:17 What will you be doing in the Millennium?
40:37 That’s your test
43:03 Own your mistakes
47:31 The difference between a won’t and a can’t
50:42 Ezekiel 33:13-15 The laws of life
51:57 Ezekiel 33:16 Not remembered against you
56:48 “If You Had the Power” game
59:59 This won’t be in His Kingdom
01:04:38 The one “salvation issue”
Links to related and suggested teachings:
• Repentance https://youtu.be/SFXaoqjCjO4
• INfocus: Hammers & Screwdrivers https://youtu.be/nSL7Ed621no
• Love and Torah https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLf9HOA0P9oX-yUzD19fgPkEH6L3NnG1Zh
• INfocus: Proving the New Testament is True https://youtu.be/nFE4k3cJx8o
• INfocus: Afraid of Your Mother? https://youtu.be/U79xHu58QDE
• INfocus: The Delusion Bubble https://youtu.be/cEgeS8NIBtM
• The Journey Begins https://youtu.be/0qR0xb7Zdn8
• The Millennium & The Kingdom https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLf9HOA0P9oX9UNbkpvbCaWQXijbyGCLVK
• Are You Saved? https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLf9HOA0P9oX-XDS4JdFkY0WuOGluQm7_Y
• INfocus: This Won’t Be in the Kingdom https://youtu.be/DxXsUyRVowU
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Afterburn | Thoughts, Q&A on Shuva Yisra’el (Return O’ Israel) | Part 4
Some of the topics covered are;
00:00 Intro
01:26 It’s not your job
07:41 The journey from the World to Christianity to Torah
10:10 Keeping from growing weary while running the marathon
17:01 Yahweh has no pleasure in the death of…
19:18 Individually walking in Torah, but in a community setting
19:57 How do we recognize a “watchman”
27:25 What was Adam’s bigger sin?
28:30 Am I responsible for my children “getting” Torah observance?
42:37 It’s not fair…
47:51 Who’s being warned here?
49:54 An Easter basket in one hand and a pork chop in the other…
51:34 Am I not listening?
… and much more!
Related Teachings can be found here:
• INfocus: The Delusion Bubble https://youtu.be/cEgeS8NIBtM
• The Millennium & The Kingdom https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLf9HOA0P9oX9UNbkpvbCaWQXijbyGCLVK
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Shuva Yisra’el (Return O’ Israel) | Part 5
Have you maintained a faithful, straight walk in Torah? Or, have you gotten “off the path” a little or a lot? Do you sense a call to return to the path, to Yahweh?
As Rabbi Steve Berkson finishes this teaching series, he begins his text in Joel 2:12 where we see Elohim giving His people instruction for how to return to Him. As Rabbi Berkson points out, Yahweh expects those who are returning to Him to be serious about repairing the breach in the relationship.
• What is tearing your garments? Why does Elohim want a tearing of the heart instead?
• What does Elohim do to get your attention so that you return to the path?
In Jeremiah 32:37-42, Yahweh says that as much as He brought evil to His people for their turning away from Him, so He will just as much bring good to those who return.
• When Elohim says, “I shall give them one heart…”, is He just going to hand out new hearts to everybody?
• Ephesians chapter 2 talks to us about the opportunity given to us to become what?
Moving to Isaiah 1:16-20, Rabbi Berkson points out that with a holistic understanding of scripture, it’s not possible to get the message that Elohim just gives us everything. He also points out that the scriptures can also be used by many to make conclusions for erroneous agendas.
• What is a ‘holistic’ approach to the Scriptures?
• How could someone prove from Scripture that their chicken was the Messiah?
• What is evil? How does Yahweh define evil?
• When Elohim says, “Come let us reason together…” (Isaiah 1:18), does that mean Yahweh wants your input?
Going forward to Isaiah chapter 58, Rabbi Steve clarifies the understanding that to truly be in covenant with our Creator, there are two things that have to work together.
• Is this chapter only referring to Yom Kippur?
• Doesn’t Elohim always responding to fasting and afflicting ourselves?
• What are the two things it takes to please Elohim?
• How does Rabbi Berkson interpret ‘speaking your own words’?
Verse-by-verse and step-by-step Rabbi Steve Berkson takes us on the journey of discovery as we learn how to covenant with our Creator and Father, which, from time to time requires us to turn around and return (Shuva) to His Word so that we can have a sure entrance into His Kingdom.
00:00 Review
06:06 He’s trying to get your attention
09:03 Jeremiah 32:37-42
12:02 One heart and one way
20:25 An Everlasting Covenant?
25:01 Ephesians 2 - A Citizen of Israel
29:37 Isaiah 1:16-17 - Stop doing evil–learn to do good
36:14 Isaiah 1:18 - Come let us reason together
41:20 Isaiah 58 - The Mechanics and the Character
49:58 Speaking Your Own Words
52:53 Jeremiah 25:4-8 I sent you my prophets
55:42 Proverbs 28:13 Hiding your transgressions
59:00 1 John 1-10 Elohim is trustworthy to cleanse
01:05:30 Jeremiah 24:7 Getting to know Him
Links to related and suggested teachings:
• The Millennium & The Kingdom https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLf9HOA0P9oX9UNbkpvbCaWQXijbyGCLVK
• The Fear of Yahweh https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLf9HOA0P9oX8t0FwtfuLzlCSJdSrRlzXU
• Raising Teenagers-Up to the Challenge-Sukkot 2021 https://youtu.be/MHa8Xay262s
• Darkness & Light https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLf9HOA0P9oX-XQMZGFW34P2ukzmf_M2q1
• INfocus: The Fullness of the Intent https://youtu.be/1GQ22GvKkvg
• Understanding the Ruach/Spirit https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLf9HOA0P9oX_0Mi7M6VeNIqg8eu1f_QBm
• Do You Know the Father and the Son? https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLf9HOA0P9oX85eE0WcFyzM6xquyz7r_RC
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Afterburn | Thoughts, Q&A on Shuva Yisra’el (Return O’ Israel) | Part 5
Some of the topics covered are;
00:00 Intro
02:10 The price you pay
06:47 Why I teach the way I do
12:06 ‘Fruits’ or ‘Fruit’ of the Spirit?
15:14 What do I lack?
17:17 Rabbi Tom Mitchell’s Story
30:04 Equal Treatment
32:37 What does fasting accomplish?
34:33 Neglecting the “weightier matters”
37:10 Forgiveness and forgiving yourself
39:23 Not knowing the wrong I should own
40:42 What does Elohim have to do with evil?
43:15 Even unbelievers can exhibit the Fruit of the Spirit?
51:20 Favor and the Heart of a Servant
58:45 Living everyday with your mistakes
01:08:22 Our righteousness as “filthy rags”?
01:11:43 Isaiah’s testimony
… and much more!
Related Teachings can be found here:
• Beware False Prophets https://youtu.be/h3k6TXmzRe4
• Love and Torah https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLf9HOA0P9oX-yUzD19fgPkEH6L3NnG1Zh
• Forgiveness, Resolution, Reconciliation & Restoration https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLf9HOA0P9oX9nrOVGRTQcFf21Y7V1TgUh
• The Search for the Doctrine of Grace https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLf9HOA0P9oX938LNYB-lLCX3IJ5gQ2yZG
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