1 : having or showing discernment or good judgment in conduct and especially in speech : prudent especially : capable of preserving prudent silence. 2 : unpretentious, modest the warmth and discreet elegance of a civilized home— Joseph Wechsberg. 3 : unobtrusive, unnoticeable followed at a discreet distance.
He thinks of the young Jewish Boy, he's accompanied by the old man he has become. and he said we are also carried by profound fear and extraordinary hope. I think it sounds pretty emotional. Let me know if I helped you! :)