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:
Behar-Bechukotai
From the series of weekly commentary essays on the Torah by Rabbi Sacks.
Highlights
The Everlasting Flame
Created for Yom Ha'atzmaut 2025, watch Rabbi Sacks’ message on the true courage of Israel as an animated video.
Omer Calendar
With daily Rabbi Sacks quotes to accompany the ritual counting along our seven-week journey from Pesach to Shavuot.
Books & Beyond Podcast
A series dedicated to exploring some of Rabbi Jonathan Sacks’ most powerful ideas. Created and hosted by Tanya White.
FEATURED BOOK
The Eternal Conversation
A new collection of 4 volumes originally created as booklets distributed during Rabbi Sacks' time as chief rabbi.
Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks saw it as his mission to distill the most basic and relevant Jewish ideas for all readers, those with extensive Jewish experiences and education, as well as those without. The short books collated in this volume articulate Rabbi Sacks’ most concise conceptions of Judaism, applicable to diverse individuals and communities.
Resources
Yom Yerushalayim: Family Edition
This Family Edition is part of the Ceremony & Celebration series on the memorable days in the Jewish calendar.
From the Archive
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.
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”.
A Tribute from the King
HM King Charles shares a tribute to Rabbi Sacks, shortly after his untimely passing.
Tributes
Read a selection of the tributes, statements, articles and obituaries published in the aftermath of Rabbi Sacks’ passing.
Personal Reflections
Read a selection of personal reflections and stories about individuals’ interactions with Rabbi Sacks, or submit your own.