Throughout the three days of learning, we have always kept in mind the organizing principle and message of the diverse Jewish tradition. We experienced that, although we differ in many ways, we can get along well with each other based on our shared values, acceptance, listening, and mutual respect. Festival participants include Orthodox, Neologue, Reform, and non-religious. Whatever their tradition is, whether they follow it avoid it, whether their Jewish affiliation is strong or weak, and whether their Jewish knowledge is significant or limited, they can find a Sabbath service or Sabbath observance that suits them. They can choose from a selection of lectures, discussions, debates, film screenings, and talks. For the divided, dispersed, secularized Hungarian Jewry, the most important 'lesson' of the festival is that despite all our differences, it is good to be and learn together if the common goal is how to become an inclusive, productive community.
