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.
News
The Sacks Scholars Retreat
The full third cohort of Sacks Scholars gathered in Jerusalem in December for an intensive multi-day retreat, marking the opening of the 2025–2026 programme.
New online course on the Philosophy
Bar-Ilan University launched a new worldwide Jewish philosophy course giving worldwide learners access to the intellectual and moral legacy of Rabbi Sacks.
Deborah Lipstadt Awarded Jonathan Sacks Prize
Bar-Ilan University has announced the 2026 recipient of the Jonathan Sacks Institute Prize for Outstanding Achievement as a Public Intellectual.
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.
Educational Resources
Cards & Conversation
Two new editions of these packs of cards have been created for educators and youth leaders, as a resource to spark Torah and Jewish philosophy discussions.
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.