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.
Highlights
Connecting to God
This animated video of the three key ways we can each connect to God, begins with the example of a life-changing moment that Rabbi Sacks experienced in Jerusalem.
We never forget Jerusalem
Rabbi Sacks shares three moments in Jerusalem that he felt changed his life, “embraced, as it were, by zreuot olam, the arms of eternity.”
Israel: Hope of Hope
This animation illustrates Rabbi Sacks' narration included in the album Israel: Hope of Hope, re-released in 2023 for the 75th anniversary of the State of Israel.
FEATURED BOOK
The Koren Sacks Humash
The Magerman Edition • The Conrad Morris Edition (UK)
This groundbreaking Humash presents the Torah in Koren’s renowned elegant Hebrew font and layout, alongside Rabbi Sacks’ modern English translation, balancing accuracy with readability. To accompany this, the new volume includes Rabbi Sacks’ insightful commentary, offering timeless lessons with contemporary relevance.
Resources
Yom Yerushalayim
Explore our full page of Rabbi Sacks’ articles, videos, and inspiration for Israel’s festival of Yom Yerushalayim.
Explore the Archive
The Dignity of Difference
Read the 2002 Templeton Lecture on Religion and World Affairs, delivered by Rabbi Sacks at the Foreign Policy Research Institute in Philadelphia
A Tribute from the King
HM King Charles shares a tribute to Rabbi Sacks, shortly after his untimely passing in November 2020.
Rabbi Sacks and CNN’s Christiane Amanpour
When Amanour asked Rabbi Sacks about prospects for peace in the Middle East, the threat of Iran, and the extent of European antisemitism.
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.