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Explore the life and work of Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks

Discover articles, videos, books, commentary, and educational resources from an international faith leader, ambassador for Judaism and Jewish values, respected moral philosopher, and award-winning author.

This digital archive, which continues to expand over time as more content is unearthed and uploaded, has been developed by The Rabbi Sacks Legacy in honour of Rabbi Sacks, following his passing on 7th November 2020.

PARSHA OF THE WEEK:

Shemini

From the series of weekly commentary essays on the Torah by Rabbi Sacks.

LATEST NEWS

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The Annual Memorial Lecture

On 11 March 2025, the Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks Annual Memorial Lecture was held at King's College London, delivered by Lord Rowan Williams.

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Omer Calendar

This resource offers 49 daily Rabbi Sacks quotes to accompany the ritual counting along our seven-week journey from Pesach to Shavuot.

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Books & Beyond Podcast

A series dedicated to exploring some of Rabbi Jonathan Sacks’ most powerful ideas. Created and hosted by Tanya White.

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A Letter in the Scroll

Understanding Our Jewish Identity and Exploring the Legacy of the World's Oldest Religion

This volume, now with a new foreword from Natan Sharansky, was written during Rabbi Sacks’ first decade as Chief Rabbi. It is a moving testimony to religious Jewish identity and responsibility, and a significant and timeless piece of work, reminding us all of the legacy of our Jewish dreams and of our responsibility to our fellow human beings.

Resources

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Faith After the Holocaust

Rabbi Sacks responds to the devastation of the Holocaust in this video, with animation and accompanying educational resources created last year.

From the Archive

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A Prayer for Peace in Israel

This prayer was originally composed by Rabbi Sacks during the Second Intifada, and communities first recited it in 2000.

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The Home of the Book for the People of the Book

Rabbi Sacks’ speech at the National Library in 2014, articulating its vision as “the home of the book for the people of the book”.

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A Tribute from the King

HM King Charles shares a tribute to Rabbi Sacks, shortly after his untimely passing.

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Tributes

Read a selection of the tributes, statements, articles and obituaries published in the aftermath of Rabbi Sacks’ passing.

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Personal Reflections

Read a selection of personal reflections and stories about individuals’ interactions with Rabbi Sacks, or submit your own.