Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks

The Rabbi Sacks Legacy

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Throughout 5774, each of Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks' Covenant & Conversation essays on the weekly Torah portion will be about leadership. What does the Torah say about it? What do its laws tell us about it? What do its stories reveal about it? Is there such a thing as Jewish leadership and if so what is it?

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Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks

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Religion

Podcast website

www.rabbisacks.org

Latest episode

Nov 3, 2026

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Episodes

Abraham: A Life of Faith (Rabbi Sacks on Chayei Sarah, Covenant & Conversation) 03.11.2026

Welcome to Rabbi Sacks' commentary on the weekly Torah portion. Covenant & Conversation examines the ethics and wisdom we can derive from the Torah, week-by-week, parsha by parsha. Follow along with the full article, written and recorded by Rabbi Sacks in 2010, here: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/chayei-sarah/abraham-a-life-of-faith/ This week our FEATURED ARTICLE on Chayei Sarah (w...

Negative Capability (Rabbi Sacks on Vayera, Covenant & Conversation) 28.10.2026

Welcome to Rabbi Sacks' commentary on the weekly Torah portion. Covenant & Conversation examines the ethics and wisdom we can derive from the Torah, week-by-week, parsha by parsha. Follow along with the full article, written and recorded by Rabbi Sacks in 2019, here: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/vayera/negative-capability/ This week our FEATURED ARTICLE on Lech Lecha (written by Ra...

How Perfect were the Matriarchs and Patriarchs? (Lech Lecha) 20.10.2026

Welcome to Rabbi Sacks' commentary on the weekly Torah portion. Covenant & Conversation examines the ethics and wisdom we can derive from the Torah, week-by-week, parsha by parsha. Follow along with the full article, written and recorded by Rabbi Sacks in 2014, here: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/lech-lecha/how-perfect-were-the-matriarchs-and-patriarchs/ This week our FEATURED ARTIC...

The Courage to Live with Uncertainty (Noach, Studies in Spirituality) 13.10.2026

Welcome to Rabbi Sacks' commentary on the weekly Torah portion. Covenant & Conversation examines the ethics and wisdom we can derive from the Torah, week-by-week, parsha by parsha. Follow along with the full article, written and recorded by Rabbi Sacks in 2015, here: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/noach/the-courage-to-live-with-uncertainty/ This week our FEATURED ARTICLE on Noach (wr...

The Genesis of Justice (Bereishit, essays on ethics) 06.10.2026

Welcome to Rabbi Sacks' commentary on the weekly Torah portion. Covenant & Conversation examines the ethics and wisdom we can derive from the Torah, week-by-week, parsha by parsha. Follow along with the full article, written and recorded by Rabbi Sacks in 2014, here: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/bereishit/the-genesis-of-justice/ This week our FEATURED ARTICLE on Bereishtit (written...

Let My Teaching Drop as Rain (Rabbi Sacks on Ha'azinu, Covenant & Conversation) 14.09.2026

Welcome to Rabbi Sacks' commentary on the weekly Torah portion. Covenant & Conversation examines the ethics and wisdom we can derive from the Torah, week-by-week, parsha by parsha. Follow along with the full article, written by Rabbi Sacks in 2013 and recorded in 2019. It is available to read, print, and share, here: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/haazinu/let-my-teaching-drop-as-rain...

How to Evolve (Selichot address by Rabbi Sacks from 2009) 09.09.2026

On 12th September 2009, Rabbi Sacks delivered this Midnight Selichot address at the service in Hampstead Synagogue. Listen to his inspiring sermon on how to create self-change, how to respond to crisis, and how to forgive. With thanks to Philip Baigel for providing the recording of this sermon. View video footage and read the transcript here: rabbisacks.org/videos/how-to-evolve/

How to Renew a Nation (Rabbi Sacks on Nitzavim-Vayelech, Covenant & Conversation) 01.09.2026

Welcome to Rabbi Sacks' commentary on the weekly Torah portion. Covenant & Conversation examines the ethics and wisdom we can derive from the Torah, week-by-week, parsha by parsha. Follow along with the full article, written and recorded by Rabbi Sacks in 2020, here: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/nitzavim/how-to-renew-a-nation/ This week our FEATURED ARTICLE on Nitzavim-Vayelech (wr...

Freedom Means Telling the Story (Ki Tavo, Covenant & Conversation) 25.08.2026

Welcome to Rabbi Sacks' commentary on the weekly Torah portion. Covenant & Conversation examines the ethics and wisdom we can derive from the Torah, week-by-week, parsha by parsha. Follow along with the full article, written and recorded by Rabbi Sacks in 2011, here: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/ki-tavo/freedom-means-telling-the-story/ This week our FEATURED ARTICLE on Ki Tavo (wri...

Against Hate (Rabbi Sacks on Ki Teitse, Covenant & Conversation) 18.08.2026

Welcome to Rabbi Sacks' commentary on the weekly Torah portion. Covenant & Conversation examines the ethics and wisdom we can derive from the Torah, week-by-week, parsha by parsha. Follow along with the full article, written and recorded by Rabbi Sacks in 2011, here: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/ki-teitse/against-hate/ This week our FEATURED ARTICLE on Ki Teitse (written by Rabbi S...

Learning and Leadership (Rabbi Sacks on Shoftim, Covenant & Conversation) 11.08.2026

Welcome to Rabbi Sacks' commentary on the weekly Torah portion. Covenant & Conversation examines the ethics and wisdom we can derive from the Torah, week-by-week, parsha by parsha. Follow along with the full article, written and recorded by Rabbi Sacks in 2014, here: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/shoftim/learning-leadership/ This week our FEATURED ARTICLE on Shoftim (written by Rabb...

Making Poverty History (Re'eh, Covenant & Conversation) 04.08.2026

Welcome to Rabbi Sacks' commentary on the weekly Torah portion. Covenant & Conversation examines the ethics and wisdom we can derive from the Torah, week-by-week, parsha by parsha. Follow along with the full article, written and recorded by Rabbi Sacks in 2011, here: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/reeh/making-poverty-history/ This week our FEATURED ARTICLE on Re'eh (written by Rabbi...

The Spirituality of Listening (Eikev, Covenant & Conversation) 28.07.2026

ethics and wisdom we can derive from the Torah, week-by-week, parsha by parsha. Follow along with the full article, written and recorded by Rabbi Sacks in 2016, here: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/eikev/the-spirituality-of-listening/ This week our FEATURED ARTICLE on Eikev (written by Rabbi Sacks in 2013) is available to read, print, and share, by visiting: https://rabbisacks.org/co...

Philosophy or Prophecy? (Rabbi Sacks on Va'etchanan, Covenant & Conversation) 20.07.2026

Welcome to Rabbi Sacks' commentary on the weekly Torah portion. Covenant & Conversation examines the ethics and wisdom we can derive from the Torah, week-by-week, parsha by parsha. Follow along with the full article, written and recorded by Rabbi Sacks in 2017, here: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/vaetchanan/philosophy-or-prophecy/ This week our FEATURED ARTICLE on Va'etchanan (writt...

Why Are There So Many Jewish Lawyers? (Rabbi Sacks on Devarim, Covenant & Conversation) 14.07.2026

Welcome to Rabbi Sacks' commentary on the weekly Torah portion. Covenant & Conversation examines the ethics and wisdom we can derive from the Torah, week-by-week, parsha by parsha. Follow along with the full article, written and recorded by Rabbi Sacks in 2015, here: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/devarim/why-are-there-so-many-jewish-lawyers/ This week our FEATURED ARTICLE on Devarim...

The Complexity of Human Rights (Rabbi Sacks on Matot-Masei, Covenant & Conversation) 07.07.2026

Welcome to Rabbi Sacks' commentary on the weekly Torah portion. Covenant & Conversation examines the ethics and wisdom we can derive from the Torah, week-by-week, parsha by parsha. Follow along with the full article, written and recorded by Rabbi Sacks in 2016, here: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/masei/complexity-human-rights/ This week our FEATURED ARTICLE on Matot-Masei (written b...

Pacing Change (Rabbi Sacks on Pinchas, Covenant & Conversation) 30.06.2026

Welcome to Rabbi Sacks' commentary on the weekly Torah portion. Covenant & Conversation examines the ethics and wisdom we can derive from the Torah, week-by-week, parsha by parsha. Follow along with the full article, written and recorded by Rabbi Sacks in 2011, here: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/pinchas/pacing-change/ This week our FEATURED ARTICLE on Pinchas (written by Rabbi Sack...

What Makes God Laugh (Chukat-Balak, Covenant & Conversation) 23.06.2026

Welcome to Rabbi Sacks' commentary on the weekly Torah portion. Covenant & Conversation examines the ethics and wisdom we can derive from the Torah, week-by-week, parsha by parsha. Follow along with the full article, written and recorded by Rabbi Sacks in 2016, here: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/balak/what-makes-god-laugh/ This week our FEATURED ARTICLE on Chukat-Balak (written by...

Hierarchy and Politics: The Never-Ending Story (Korach) 16.06.2026

Welcome to Rabbi Sacks' commentary on the weekly Torah portion. Covenant & Conversation examines the ethics and wisdom we can derive from the Torah, week-by-week, parsha by parsha. Follow along with the full article, written and recorded by Rabbi Sacks in 2016, here: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/korach/hierarchy-politics-never-ending-story/ This week our FEATURED ARTICLE on Korach...

What Made Joshua and Caleb Different? (Shelach Lecha) 09.06.2026

Welcome to Rabbi Sacks' commentary on the weekly Torah portion. Covenant & Conversation examines the ethics and wisdom we can derive from the Torah, week-by-week, parsha by parsha. Follow along with the full article, written and recorded by Rabbi Sacks in 2011, here: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/shelach-lecha/what-made-joshua-and-caleb-different/ This week our FEATURED ARTICLE on S...

From Despair to Hope (Beha'alotecha, Covenant & Conversation) 02.06.2026

Welcome to Rabbi Sacks' commentary on the weekly Torah portion. Covenant & Conversation examines the ethics and wisdom we can derive from the Torah, week-by-week, parsha by parsha. Follow along with the full article, written and recorded by Rabbi Sacks in 2016, here: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/behaalotecha/from-despair-to-hope/ This week our FEATURED ARTICLE on Beha'alotecha (wri...

Lifting Heads (Rabbi Sacks on Naso, Covenant & Conversation) 19.05.2026

Welcome to Rabbi Sacks' commentary on the weekly Torah portion. Covenant & Conversation examines the ethics and wisdom we can derive from the Torah, week-by-week, parsha by parsha. Follow along with the full article, written and recorded by Rabbi Sacks in 2018, here: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/naso/lifting-heads/ This week our FEATURED ARTICLE on Naso (written by Rabbi Sacks in 2...

Law as Love (Rabbi Sacks on Bamidbar, Covenant & Conversation) 11.05.2026

Welcome to Rabbi Sacks' commentary on the weekly Torah portion. Covenant & Conversation examines the ethics and wisdom we can derive from the Torah, week-by-week, parsha by parsha. Follow along with the full article, written and recorded by Rabbi Sacks in 2015, here: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/bamidbar/law-as-love/ This week our FEATURED ARTICLE on Bamidbar (written by Rabbi Sack...

Family Feeling (Rabbi Sacks on Behar-Bechukotai, Covenant & Conversation) 04.05.2026

Welcome to Rabbi Sacks' commentary on the weekly Torah portion. Covenant & Conversation examines the ethics and wisdom we can derive from the Torah, week-by-week, parsha by parsha. Follow along with the full article, written and recorded by Rabbi Sacks in 2016, here: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/behar/family-feeling/ This week our FEATURED ARTICLE on Behar-Bechukotai (written by Ra...

The Duality of Jewish Time (Rabbi Sacks on Emor, Covenant & Conversation) 28.04.2026

Welcome to Rabbi Sacks' commentary on the weekly Torah portion. Covenant & Conversation examines the ethics and wisdom we can derive from the Torah, week-by-week, parsha by parsha. Follow along with the full article, written and recorded by Rabbi Sacks in 2011, here: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/emor/the-duality-of-jewish-time/ This week our FEATURED ARTICLE on Emor (written by Rab...

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