[43] Now the founders of our great festivals are justly praised for handing down to us a custom by which, having proclaimed a truce[35] and resolved our pending quarrels, we come together in one place, where, as we make our prayers and sacrifices in common, we are reminded of the kinship which exists among us and are made to feel more kindly towards each other for the future, reviving our old friendships and establishing new ties.[36]