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:
Vayetse
From the series of weekly commentary essays on the Torah by Rabbi Sacks.
Highlights
The Rabbi Sacks Essay Contest
We are delighted to invite high school students (aged 15-18) to write about Rabbi Sacks’ teachings and their own experiences, in this new initiative.
The Sacks Conversation
Rachel Goldberg-Polin and Jon Polin were in conversation with Daniel Taub, to mark Rabbi Sacks’ yahrzeit and the launch of the Koren Sacks Humash.
Global Day of Learning 2025
In honour of the fifth yahrzeit of Rabbi Sacks, thousands have participated in this special learning programme in his memory.
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
Cards and Conversation
Thoughtful sets of cards inspired by the wisdom of Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks. Two editions are available:
The Letters to the Next Generation Edition: Each card examines a theme like education, prayer, and science.
The Chumash Edition: With one card for every Torah portion, created to spark discussion.
From the Archive
The Bridge Across Time
This animated video was created in honour of his fifth yahrzeit, furthering this beautiful message on Jewish continuity, Jewish learning, and ‘Torah as Conversation’.
A Tribute from the King
HM King Charles shares a tribute to Rabbi Sacks, shortly after his untimely passing in November 2020.
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”.
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.