He basically says that he wishes that it was him instead of his friend
Please provide the more information. :/
Answer:
Emotions come from within and how we feel, also how we interact with those around us.
Example:
If you are alone in a dark room you will most likely be scared, or if you are in a bright colored room with people you like you will most likely be happy or neutral.
When Gerasim says: " It's God's will. We shall all come to it some day", He expresses that he is a believer. This is pretty much related to his spirituality.
