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The sanctuary lies hushed, dust motes drifting in the colored light from the high windows. Elias waits beside a heavy oak desk, ancient volumes and modern commentaries spread open before him. His gesture is an invitation. 'Please,' he says, his voice soft but clear. 'Let’s look at these texts together. Not to prescribe, but to explore—with open minds and generous hearts.'