“Spirituality can go hand-in-hand with ruthless single-mindedness when the individual is convinced his cause is just”
“When you translate the Bible with excessive literalism, you demythologize it. The possibility of a convincing reference to the individual's own spiritual experience is lost. (111)”
“Thanks to my grandpa, I can go to France and not be visiting Germany. He single-handedly won WWII (he only has one hand).”
“Closing your mind to religion is no different than the close-mindedness thatreligions can cause.”
“His hand glides down my arm, folds over my hand. His fingers lace with mine, palms kissing. I can feel the fast thud of his heart through this single touch.”
“Self-administering oral sex is not my cup of tea, but you have to hand it to him for his ruthless determination to enjoy himself.”