He might tell to what extent he later retraced his steps, seeking to recover what he had learned to value anew; how it fared with his avowed irreligion when put to the extreme test; to what, in short, his emancipation amounted.

And he, like myself, would speak for thousands.

My grandchildren, for all I know, may have a graver task than I have set them.

Perhaps they may have to testify that the faith of Israel is a heritage that no heir in the direct line has the power to alienate from his successors.

Even I, with my limited perspective, think it doubtful if the conversion of the Jew to any alien belief or disbelief is ever thoroughly accomplished.