‘Pra’ means to blossom. Therefore, the blossoming of inner peace in a state devoid of hatred and attachment is Prashanti. It is, in fact, the manifestation of inner peace. But is there anyone in this world who has experienced this Prashanti? When you inquire this, you will realise that it is very difficult for ordinary mortals to experience supreme peace devoid of hatred and attachment. Peace cannot be acquired from outside, it has to be manifested from within. (SS Dec 12, p. 407)