“Acceptance," she told the young woman. "God is watching over him." The small room was quiet, and Emily felt her muscles relax as she prayed.”

“I am neither male nor female, nor am I sexless. I am the Peaceful One, whose form is self-effulgent, powerful radiance.”

“You have peace," the old woman said, "when you make it with yourself.”

“Peace cannot be achieved through violence, it can only be attained through understanding.”