“Why do you want to cross over into this place? Do you know what awaits you inside?” “I know.”
“Cold, hunger, hatred, mockery, contempt, humiliation, prison, illness, even death?” “I know.”
“Being shunned by people, complete loneliness?” “I am willing to endure every hardship, every blow.”
“Not only your enemies, but your family and friends will inflict these hardships and blows on you, too?” “Yes.”
“Good. Are you also prepared to sacrifice yourself?” “I am.”
“This is a nameless sacrifice. You will perish, and no one may ever know of you or honor you with a memorial.” “That is why I have come.”
“Fool!” “A saint, wouldn't you say?”
