The Rabbi Sacks Legacy

Choose not to be a bystander but to confront racism head on (Thought for the Day)

28 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This is a recording of 'Thought for the Day', broadcast on BBC Radio 4 on 28th November 2019. To read a transcript, please visit www.RabbiSacks.org.

Isaac and Eisav (Toldot 5780)

26 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Here is the audio recording of Rabbi Sacks' Covenant & Conversation commentary essay on the Torah portion of Toldot 5780. You can download a PDF of t...

Being honest to others is the best way of being honest to ourselves (Thought for the Day)

21 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This is a recording of the 'Thought for the Day' broadcast delivered by Rabbi Sacks this morning on BBC Radio 4. A link to the transcript, including a...

To Have a Why (Chayei Sarah 5780)

19 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Here is the audio recording of Rabbi Sacks' Covenant & Conversation commentary essay on the Torah portion of Chayei Sarah 5780. You can download a PD...

“Is Our Most Famous Prayer a Prayer? The Counterpoint of Speaking and Listening in Avodat Hashem”

19 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

on 31st October 2019, Rabbi Sacks spoke at an evening of celebration to mark the competition of the Noé Edition of the Koren Talmud Bavli which inclu...

Negative Capability (Vayera 5780)

12 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Here is the audio recording of Rabbi Sacks' Covenant & Conversation commentary essay on the Torah portion of Vayera 5780. You can download a PDF of t...

A Palace in Flames (Lech Lecha 5780)

06 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Here is the audio recording of Rabbi Sacks' Covenant & Conversation commentary essay on the Torah portion of Lech Lecha 5780. You can download a PDF ...

The Light in the Ark (Noach 5780)

28 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Here is the audio recording of Rabbi Sacks' Covenant & Conversation commentary essay on the Torah portion of Noach 5780. You can download a PDF of t...

The Genesis of Love (Covenant & Conversation - Bereishit 5780)

23 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Here is the audio recording of Rabbi Sacks' Covenant & Conversation commentary essay on the Torah portion of Bereishit 5780. You can download a PDF of...

"I Believe" - An Introduction to Covenant & Conversation 5780

16 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Covenant & Conversation is the name of Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks' weekly commentary on the parsha. As he writes in the introduction to the 5780 series...

Let My Teaching Drop as Rain (Haazinu 5780)

07 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

"I am delighted to share with you the newest cycle of Covenant & Conversation essays on the weekly parsha (Torah reading). I am particularly excited t...

The Torah as God’s Song (Vayelech 5780)

02 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

"I am delighted to share with you the newest cycle of Covenant & Conversation essays on the weekly parsha (Torah reading). I am particularly excited t...

Not Beyond the Sea (Nitzavim 5779)

25 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

"I am delighted to share with you the newest cycle of Covenant & Conversation essays on the weekly parsha (Torah reading). I am particularly excited t...

“Honest doubt can be more powerful than dishonest faith” (Thought for the Day)

19 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Here is Rabbi Sacks’ Thought for the Day broadcast on BBC Radio 4, delivered as part of John Humphrey’s final programme after 32 years as one of t...

A Nation of Storytellers (Ki Tavo 5779)

17 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

"I am delighted to share with you the newest cycle of Covenant & Conversation essays on the weekly parsha (Torah reading). I am particularly excited t...

Animal Welfare (Ki Teitse 5779)

09 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

"I am delighted to share with you the newest cycle of Covenant & Conversation essays on the weekly parsha (Torah reading). I am particularly excited t...

The Ecological Imperative (Shoftim 5779)

04 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

"I am delighted to share with you the newest cycle of Covenant & Conversation essays on the weekly parsha (Torah reading). I am particularly excited t...

Collective Joy (Reeh 5779)

28 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

"I am delighted to share with you the newest cycle of Covenant & Conversation essays on the weekly parsha (Torah reading). I am particularly excited t...

The Politics of Memory (Eikev 5779)

20 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

"I am delighted to share with you the newest cycle of Covenant & Conversation essays on the weekly parsha (Torah reading). I am particularly excited t...

Why Is The Jewish People So Small? (Va’etchanan 5779)

13 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

"I am delighted to share with you the newest cycle of Covenant & Conversation essays on the weekly parsha (Torah reading). I am particularly excited t...

The Teacher as Hero (Devarim 5779)

07 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

"I am delighted to share with you the newest cycle of Covenant & Conversation essays on the weekly parsha (Torah reading). I am particularly excited t...

Priorities (Matot-Masei 5779)

31 Jul 2019

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"I am delighted to share with you the newest cycle of Covenant & Conversation essays on the weekly parsha (Torah reading). I am particularly excited t...

The Religious Significance of Israel (Masei 5779)

31 Jul 2019

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"I am delighted to share with you the newest cycle of Covenant & Conversation essays on the weekly parsha (Torah reading). I am particularly excited t...

The Crown All Can Wear (Pinchas 5779)

17 Jul 2019

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"I am delighted to share with you the newest cycle of Covenant & Conversation essays on the weekly parsha (Torah reading). I am particularly excited t...

Not Reckoned Among the Nations (Balak 5779)

10 Jul 2019

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"I am delighted to share with you the newest cycle of Covenant & Conversation essays on the weekly parsha (Torah reading). I am particularly excited t...

Losing Miriam (Chukat 5779)

03 Jul 2019

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"I am delighted to share with you the newest cycle of Covenant & Conversation essays on the weekly parsha (Torah reading). I am particularly excited t...

Argument for the Sake of Heaven (Korach 5779)

25 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

"I am delighted to share with you the newest cycle of Covenant & Conversation essays on the weekly parsha (Torah reading). I am particularly excited t...

Fear of Freedom (Shelach Lecha 5779)

19 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

"I am delighted to share with you the newest cycle of Covenant & Conversation essays on the weekly parsha (Torah reading). I am particularly excited t...

Camp and Congregation (Beha'alotcha 5779)

12 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

"I am delighted to share with you the newest cycle of Covenant & Conversation essays on the weekly parsha (Torah reading). I am particularly excited t...

Sages and Saints (Naso 5779)

03 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

"I am delighted to share with you the newest cycle of Covenant & Conversation essays on the weekly parsha (Torah reading). I am particularly excited t...

Leading a Nation of Individuals (Bamidbar 5779

28 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

"I am delighted to share with you the newest cycle of Covenant & Conversation essays on the weekly parsha (Torah reading). I am particularly excited t...

The Birth of Hope (Bechukotai 5779)

22 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

"I am delighted to share with you the newest cycle of Covenant & Conversation essays on the weekly parsha (Torah reading). I am particularly excited t...

Evolution or Revolution? (Behar 5779)

15 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

"I am delighted to share with you the newest cycle of Covenant & Conversation essays on the weekly parsha (Torah reading). I am particularly excited t...

Three Versions of Shabbat (Emor 5779)

08 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

"I am delighted to share with you the newest cycle of Covenant & Conversation essays on the weekly parsha (Torah reading). I am particularly excited t...

From Priest to People (Kedoshim 5779)

01 May 2019

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"I am delighted to share with you the newest cycle of Covenant & Conversation essays on the weekly parsha (Torah reading). I am particularly excited t...

Thinking Fast and Slow (Acharei Mot 5779)

29 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

"I am delighted to share with you the newest cycle of Covenant & Conversation essays on the weekly parsha (Torah reading). I am particularly excited t...

The Power of Speech (Metzora 5779)

10 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

"I am delighted to share with you the newest cycle of Covenant & Conversation essays on the weekly parsha (Torah reading). I am particularly excited t...

The Sacrifices of Childbirth (Tazria 5779)

03 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

"I am delighted to share with you the newest cycle of Covenant & Conversation essays on the weekly parsha (Torah reading). I am particularly excited t...

Between Hope and Humanity (Shemini 5779)

26 Mar 2019

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"I am delighted to share with you the newest cycle of Covenant & Conversation essays on the weekly parsha (Torah reading). I am particularly excited t...

Destructive and Self-Destructive (Tzav 5779)

19 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

"I am delighted to share with you the newest cycle of Covenant & Conversation essays on the weekly parsha (Torah reading). I am particularly excited t...

The Pursuit of Meaning (Vayikra 5779)

11 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

"I am delighted to share with you the newest cycle of Covenant & Conversation essays on the weekly parsha (Torah reading). I am particularly excited ...

On Jewish Character (Pekudei 5779)

06 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

"I am delighted to share with you the newest cycle of Covenant & Conversation essays on the weekly parsha (Torah reading). I am particularly excited t...

The Beauty of Holiness or the Holiness of Beauty (Vayakhel 5779)

27 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

"I am delighted to share with you the newest cycle of Covenant & Conversation essays on the weekly parsha (Torah reading). I am particularly excited t...

Loving The Stranger (Mishpatim 5779)

28 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

"I am delighted to share with you the newest cycle of Covenant & Conversation essays on the weekly parsha (Torah reading). I am particularly excited ...

Mount Sinai and the Birth of Freedom (Yitro 5779)

22 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

"I am delighted to share with you the newest cycle of Covenant & Conversation essays on the weekly parsha (Torah reading). I am particularly excited t...

The Divided Sea: Natural or Supernatural? (Beshalach 5779)

14 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

"I am delighted to share with you the newest cycle of Covenant & Conversation essays on the weekly parsha (Torah reading). I am particularly excited t...

Against Their Gods (Bo 5779)

07 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

"I am delighted to share with you the newest cycle of Covenant & Conversation essays on the weekly parsha (Torah reading). I am particularly excited t...

The God Who Acts in History (Vaera 5779)

02 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

"I am delighted to share with you the newest cycle of Covenant & Conversation essays on the weekly parsha (Torah reading). I am particularly excited t...

The Light at the Heart of Darkness (Shemot 5779)

23 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

"I am delighted to share with you the newest cycle of Covenant & Conversation essays on the weekly parsha (Torah reading). I am particularly excited t...

The Future of the Past (Vayechi 5779)

18 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

"I am delighted to share with you the newest cycle of Covenant & Conversation essays on the weekly parsha (Torah reading). I am particularly excited t...

Does My Father Love Me? (Vayigash 5779)

11 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

"I am delighted to share with you the newest cycle of Covenant & Conversation essays on the weekly parsha (Torah reading). I am particularly excited t...

The Universal and the Particular(Mikketz 5779)

03 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

"I am delighted to share with you the newest cycle of Covenant & Conversation essays on the weekly parsha (Torah reading). I am particularly excited t...

Refusing Comfort, Keeping Hope (Vayeshev 5779)

26 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

I am delighted to share with you the newest cycle of Covenant & Conversation essays on the weekly parsha (Torah reading). I am particularly excited to...

Physical Fear, Moral Distress (Vayishlach 5779)

21 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

I am delighted to share with you the newest cycle of Covenant & Conversation essays on the weekly parsha (Torah reading). I am particularly excited to...

When the 'I' is Silent (Vayetse 5779)

12 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

I am delighted to share with you the newest cycle of Covenant & Conversation essays on the weekly parsha (Torah reading). I am particularly excited to...

The Courage of Persistence (Toldot 5779)

07 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

I am delighted to share with you the newest cycle of Covenant & Conversation essays on the weekly parsha (Torah reading). I am particularly excited to...

On Judaism and Islam (Chayei Sarah 5779)

30 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

I am delighted to share with you the newest cycle of Covenant & Conversation essays on the weekly parsha (Torah reading). I am particularly excited to...

God and Strangers (Vayera 5779)

23 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

I am delighted to share with you the newest cycle of Covenant & Conversation essays on the weekly parsha (Torah reading). I am particularly excited to...

Thought for the Day

22 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Here is an audio recording of Rabbi Lord Sacks' Thought for the Day broadcast on BBC Radio 4 on 19th October 2018. To read a transcript, please click ...

Four Dimensions of the Journey (Lech Lecha 5779)

15 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

I am delighted to share with you the newest cycle of Covenant & Conversation essays on the weekly parsha (Torah reading). I am particularly excited to...

A Drama in Four Acts (Noach 5779)

08 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

I am delighted to share with you the newest cycle of Covenant & Conversation essays on the weekly parsha (Torah reading). I am particularly excited to...

The Three Stages of Creation (Bereishit 5779)

03 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

I am delighted to share with you the newest cycle of Covenant & Conversation essays on the weekly parsha (Torah reading). I am particularly excited to...

'Emotional Intelligence' | Ha'azinu, Covenant & Conversation 5779

20 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

What is Judaism? It is a way of thinking, a constellation of ideas: a way of understanding the world and our place within it. Judaism contains life-ch...

Why I Am A Jew (Ten Paths to God | Epilogue)

17 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to ‘Ten Paths to God’, a new 10-unit curriculum on Judaism and Jewish identity based on traditional sources and the teachings of Rabbi Lor...

The World is Waiting for You | Nitzavim, Covenant & Conversation 5778

05 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

What is Judaism? It is a way of thinking, a constellation of ideas: a way of understanding the world and our place within it. Judaism contains life-ch...

Welcome to 'Morality in the 21st Century'

03 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Over the past few months, I have had the privilege of working alongside the BBC Radio's Religion and Ethics Department to record a series looking at t...

Investing Time - Ten Life-Changing Principles from Rabbi Sacks

03 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur are festivals that ask us how we have lived thus far. Have we drifted? Have we been travelling to the wrong destination? ...

'The Story We Tell' | Ki Tavo, Covenant & Conversation 5778

29 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

What is Judaism? It is a way of thinking, a constellation of ideas: a way of understanding the world and our place within it. Judaism contains life-ch...

The Way of Responsibility (Ten Paths to God | Unit 10)

22 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to ‘Ten Paths to God’, a new 10-unit curriculum on Judaism and Jewish identity based on traditional sources and the teachings of Rabbi Lor...

'Social Capital and Fallen Donkeys'| Ki Teitse, Covenant & Conversation 5778

21 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

What is Judaism? It is a way of thinking, a constellation of ideas: a way of understanding the world and our place within it. Judaism contains life-ch...

The Way of Kiddush Hashem: The Jewish Task (Ten Paths To God | Unit 9)

17 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Office of Rabbi Sacks Yearly Pro Unlimited plan 846 followers846 331 tracks331 Welcome to ‘Ten Paths to God’, a new 10-unit curriculum on Judais...

The Way of Israel: The Jewish Land (Ten Paths To God | Unit 8)

17 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to ‘Ten Paths to God’, a new 10-unit curriculum on Judaism and Jewish identity based on traditional sources and the teachings of Rabbi Lor...

'To Lead is to Serve'| Shoftim, Covenant & Conversation 5778

15 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

What is Judaism? It is a way of thinking, a constellation of ideas: a way of understanding the world and our place within it. Judaism contains life-ch...

'On Not Being A Victim'| Re'eh, Covenant & Conversation 5778

08 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

What is Judaism? It is a way of thinking, a constellation of ideas: a way of understanding the world and our place within it. Judaism contains life-ch...

'Listen. Really Listen.'| Eikev, Covenant & Conversation 5778

02 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

What is Judaism? It is a way of thinking, a constellation of ideas: a way of understanding the world and our place within it. Judaism contains life-ch...

The Way Of Faith: Love As Loyalty (Ten Paths To God | Unit 7)

24 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to ‘Ten Paths to God’, a new 10-unit curriculum on Judaism and Jewish identity based on traditional sources and the teachings of Rabbi Lor...

'Making Love Last'| Va'etchanan, Covenant & Conversation 5778

23 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

What is Judaism? It is a way of thinking, a constellation of ideas: a way of understanding the world and our place within it. Judaism contains life-ch...

We must use God’s gifts to lessen the suffering of humankind (Thought for the Day)

20 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

We must use God’s gifts to lessen the suffering of humankind (Thought for the Day) by Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks

'The Effective Critic'| Devarim, Covenant & Conversation 5778

18 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

What is Judaism? It is a way of thinking, a constellation of ideas: a way of understanding the world and our place within it. Judaism contains life-ch...

The team is bigger than the players; the game is bigger than the team (Thought for the Day)

15 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Listen to Rabbi Sacks' 'Thought for the Day' broadcast on BBC Radio 4 on Friday 13th July 2018.

'Miles to Go Before I Sleep'| Matot-Masei, Covenant & Conversation 5778

11 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

What is Judaism? It is a way of thinking, a constellation of ideas: a way of understanding the world and our place within it. Judaism contains life-ch...

'The Lost Masterpiece'| Pinchas, Covenant & Conversation 5778

03 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

What is Judaism? It is a way of thinking, a constellation of ideas: a way of understanding the world and our place within it. Judaism contains life-ch...

The Way Of Chessed: Love As Compassion (Ten Paths To God | Unit 6)

26 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to ‘Ten Paths to God’, a new 10-unit curriculum on Judaism and Jewish identity based on traditional sources and the teachings of Rabbi Lor...

'The Consolations of Mortality'| Chukat, Covenant & Conversation 5778

20 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

What is Judaism? It is a way of thinking, a constellation of ideas: a way of understanding the world and our place within it. Judaism contains life-ch...

'The First Populist'| Korach, Covenant & Conversation 5778

12 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

What is Judaism? It is a way of thinking, a constellation of ideas: a way of understanding the world and our place within it. Judaism contains life-ch...

'Seeing What Isn't There'| Shelach Lecha, Covenant & Conversation 5778

06 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

What is Judaism? It is a way of thinking, a constellation of ideas: a way of understanding the world and our place within it. Judaism contains life-...

The Way of Tzedakah: Love As Justice (Ten Paths To God - Unit 5)

04 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to ‘Ten Paths to God’, a new 10-unit curriculum on Judaism and Jewish identity based on traditional sources and the teachings of Rabbi Lor...

'Faith & Friendship'| Beha'alotecha, Covenant & Conversation 5778

30 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

What is Judaism? It is a way of thinking, a constellation of ideas: a way of understanding the world and our place within it. Judaism contains life-ch...

'Lifting Heads'| Naso, Covenant & Conversation 5778

23 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

What is Judaism? It is a way of thinking, a constellation of ideas: a way of understanding the world and our place within it. Judaism contains life-ch...

'The Two Journeys'| Bamidbar, Covenant & Conversation 5778

16 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

What is Judaism? It is a way of thinking, a constellation of ideas: a way of understanding the world and our place within it. Judaism contains life-ch...

The Way Of Identity On Being A Jew (Ten Paths To God - Unit 1)

16 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to ‘Ten Paths to God’, a new 10-unit curriculum on Judaism and Jewish identity based on traditional sources and the teachings of Rabbi Lor...

The Way Of Prayer Speaking To God (Ten Paths To God - Unit 2)

16 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to ‘Ten Paths to God’, a new 10-unit curriculum on Judaism and Jewish identity based on traditional sources and the teachings of Rabbi Lor...

The Way Of Study Listening To God (Ten Paths To God - Unit 3)

16 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to ‘Ten Paths to God’, a new 10-unit curriculum on Judaism and Jewish identity based on traditional sources and the teachings of Rabbi Lor...

The Way Of Mitzvot Responding To God (Ten Paths To God - Unit 4)

16 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to ‘Ten Paths to God’, a new 10-unit curriculum on Judaism and Jewish identity based on traditional sources and the teachings of Rabbi Lor...

5778 - Bechukotai - In Search Of The Why

09 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

What is Judaism? It is a way of thinking, a constellation of ideas: a way of understanding the world and our place within it. Judaism contains life-ch...

We Are What We Do Not Own'| Behar, Covenant & Conversation 5778

02 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

What is Judaism? It is a way of thinking, a constellation of ideas: a way of understanding the world and our place within it. Judaism contains life-ch...

'In The Diary' - Emor, Covenant & Conversation 5778

25 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

What is Judaism? It is a way of thinking, a constellation of ideas: a way of understanding the world and our place within it. Judaism contains life-ch...

I never thought that in 2018 I would still have to speak about antisemitism. (Thought for the Day)

20 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

This is the Thought for the Day broadcast, delivered by Rabbi Sacks on 20th April 2018.

'Love Is Not Enough'| Acharei-Mot Kedoshim, Covenant & Conversation 5778

18 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

What is Judaism? It is a way of thinking, a constellation of ideas: a way of understanding the world and our place within it. Judaism contains life-ch...

"The Power of Praise" | Tazria-Metzora, Covenant & Conversation 5778

11 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

What is Judaism? It is a way of thinking, a constellation of ideas: a way of understanding the world and our place within it. Judaism contains life-ch...