Best Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks Podcasts (2025)

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Limits (Rabbi Sacks on Shemini, Covenant & Conversation) 9:34

2d ago9:34

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Welcome to the Covenant & Conversation series, Rabbi Sacks’ commentary pieces on the weekly Torah portion, exploring ideas and sharing inspiration from the Torah readings of the week.Listen to this audio recording from Rabbi Sacks in 2020.To read and download the written essay and translations, click here: rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/shemi…

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Giving Thanks (Rabbi Sacks on Tzav, Covenant & Conversation) 10:47

19d ago10:47

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Welcome to Covenant & Conversation essays, Rabbi Sacks’ commentary on the weekly Torah portion, explores new ideas and sharing inspiration from the Torah readings of the week.Listen to this audio recording from Rabbi Sacks in 2018.To read and download the written essay and translations, click here: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/tzav/…

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Why do we sacrifice? (Rabbi Sacks on Vayikra, Covenant & Conversation) 9:21

26d ago9:21

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Welcome to Covenant & Conversation essays, Rabbi Sacks’ commentary on the weekly Torah portion, explores new ideas and sharing inspiration from the Torah readings of the week.Listen to this audio recording from Rabbi Sacks in 2015.To read and download the written essay and translations, click here: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/vayik…

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Encampments & Journeys (Rabbi Sacks on Pekudei) 9:26

1M ago9:26

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Welcome to Covenant & Conversation essays, Rabbi Sacks’ commentary on the weekly Torah portion, explores new ideas and sharing inspiration from the Torah readings of the week.Listen to this audio recording from Rabbi Sacks in 2017.To read and download the written essay and translations, click here: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/vayak…

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The Spirit of Community (Rabbi Sacks on Vayakhel, Covenant & Conversation) 13:54

1M ago13:54

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Welcome to Covenant & Conversation essays, Rabbi Sacks’ commentary on the weekly Torah portion, explores new ideas and sharing inspiration from the Torah readings of the week.Listen to this audio recording from Rabbi Sacks in 2015.To read and download the written essay and translations, click here: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/vayak…

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The Sabbath: First Day Or Last? (Rabbi Sacks on Ki Tissa) 7:33

2M ago7:33

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Welcome to Covenant & Conversation essays, Rabbi Sacks’ commentary on the weekly Torah portion, explores new ideas and sharing inspiration from the Torah readings of the week.Listen to this audio recording from Rabbi Sacks in 2017.To read and download the written essay and translations, click here: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/ki-ti…

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Dressing to Impress (Rabbi Sacks on Tetzaveh) 10:33

2M ago10:33

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Welcome to Covenant & Conversation essays, Rabbi Sacks’ commentary on the weekly Torah portion, explores new ideas and sharing inspiration from the Torah readings of the week.Listen to this audio recording from Rabbi Sacks in 2020.To read and download the written essay and translations, click here: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/tetza…

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The Architecture of Holiness (Rabbi Sacks on Terumah, Covenant & Conversation) 8:11

2M ago8:11

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Welcome to Covenant & Conversation essays, Rabbi Sacks’ commentary on the weekly Torah portion, explores new ideas and sharing inspiration from the Torah readings of the week.Listen to this audio recording from Rabbi Sacks in 2017.To read and download the written essay and find all the translations, click here: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conve…

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The Power of Empathy (Rabbi Sacks on Mishpatim) 9:37

2M ago9:37

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Welcome to Covenant & Conversation essays, Rabbi Sacks’ commentary on the weekly Torah portion, explores new ideas and sharing inspiration from the Torah readings of the week.Listen to this audio recording from Rabbi Sacks in 2018.To read and download the written essay and translations, click here: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/mishp…

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Mount Sinai and the Birth of Freedom (Yitro, Covenant & Conversation) 9:32

2M ago9:32

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Welcome to Covenant & Conversation essays, Rabbi Sacks’ commentary on the weekly Torah portion, explores new ideas and sharing inspiration from the Torah readings of the week.Listen to this audio recording from Rabbi Sacks in 2019.For the written essay and translations, click here: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/yitro/mount-sinai-and-…

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The Divided Sea: Natural or Supernatural (Rabbi Sacks on Beshallach) 10:21

3M ago10:21

10:21

Welcome to Covenant & Conversation essays, Rabbi Sacks’ commentary on the weekly Torah portion, explores new ideas and sharing inspiration from the Torah readings of the week.Listen to this audio recording from Rabbi Sacks in 2017.For the written essay and translations, click here: www.rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/beshallach/the-divided-sea…

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The Necessity of Asking Questions (Rabbi Sacks on Bo, Covenant & Conversation) 9:36

3M ago9:36

9:36

Welcome to Covenant & Conversation essays, Rabbi Sacks' commentary on the weekly Torah portion, explores new ideas and sharing inspiration from the Torah readings of the week.You can find the written article on Parshat Bo, available to read, print, and share, by visiting: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/bo/the-necessity-of-asking-quest…

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Freedom and Truth (Rabbi Sacks on Vaera, Covenant & Conversation) 8:47

3M ago8:47

8:47

Welcome to Covenant & Conversation essays, Rabbi Sacks' commentary on the weekly Torah portion, exploring Jewish ideas and sharing inspiration from the Torah readings of the week.You can find the full written article on Shemot available to read, print, and share, by visiting: rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversa…/shemot/who-am-i/Translations in Hebrew,…

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Who am I? (Rabbi Sacks on Shemot, Covenant & Conversation) 8:40

3M ago8:40

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Welcome to Covenant & Conversation essays, Rabbi Sacks' commentary on the weekly Torah portion, exploring Jewish ideas and sharing inspiration from the Torah readings of the week.You can find the full written article on Shemot available to read, print, and share, by visiting: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/shemot/who-am-i/Translations…

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When Can We Lie? (Vayechi, Covenant & Conversation) 11:07

4M ago11:07

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Welcome to Covenant & Conversation essays, Rabbi Sacks' commentary on the weekly Torah portion, exploring Jewish ideas and sharing inspiration from the Torah readings of the week.You can find the full written article on Vayechi available to read, print, and share, by visiting: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/vayechi/when-can-we-lie/Thi…

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The First Psychotherapist (Rabbi Sacks on Vayigash, Covenant & Conversation) 8:18

4M ago8:18

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Welcome to Covenant & Conversation essays, Rabbi Sacks' commentary on the weekly Torah portion, exploring Jewish ideas and sharing inspiration from the Torah readings of the week.You can find the full written article on Vayigash available to read, print, and share, by visiting: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/vayigash/first-psychothera…

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Announcing "Books & Beyond: The Rabbi Sacks Podcast" 15:00

4M ago15:00

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Join host Dr. Tanya White as she delves into Rabbi Sacks’ groundbreaking works and their relevance to today’s pressing global and Jewish conversations.Launching January 2025 on all major podcast platforms.https://rabbisacks.org/books-and-beyond-podcast/You can also sign up here to be notified as soon as Episode One drops: https://docs.google.com/fo…

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What is the theme of the stories of Genesis? (Vayeshev, Covenant & Conversation) 9:30

4M ago9:30

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Welcome to Covenant & Conversation essays, Rabbi Sacks' commentary on the weekly Torah portion, exploring Jewish ideas and sharing inspiration from the Torah readings of the week.You can find both the video and the full written article on Vayeshev available to watch, read, print, and share, by visiting: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/…

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The Jewish Journey (Rabbi Sacks on Vayishlach, Covenant & Conversation) 9:18

5M ago9:18

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Welcome to Covenant & Conversation, Rabbi Sacks' commentary on the weekly Torah portion, exploring new ideas and sharing inspiration from the Torah readings of the week.You can find the written article on Vayishlach available to read, print, and share, by visiting: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation-family-edition/vayishlach/the-jewish-jo…

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Laban the Aramean (Rabbi Sacks on Vayetse, Covenant & Conversation) 10:12

5M ago10:12

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Welcome to Covenant & Conversation, Rabbi Sacks' commentary on the weekly Torah portion, explores new ideas and sharing inspiration from the Torah readings of the week.Although there is no audio available for the essay we are sharing with our readers this week, here is a recording from the archives, accompanying this essay: https://rabbisacks.org/c…

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Was Jacob Right To Take Esau’s Blessing? (Toldot, Covenant & Conversation) 13:45

5M ago13:45

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Welcome to Covenant & Conversation essays, Rabbi Sacks' commentary on the weekly Torah portion, explores new ideas and sharing inspiration from the Torah readings of the week.Although there is no audio available for the essay we are sharing with our readers this week, here is a recording from the archives, accompanying this essay: https://rabbisack…

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Career Advice from Rabbi Sacks (Shtark Tank: Episode 2 of 2) [Happiness, Family, Tzedaka and Hope] 46:02

5M ago46:02

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⁠What would Rabbi Sacks say?Here is second part of the two-part series, "Career Advice from Rabbi Sacks", in which Shtark Tank explores the timeless wisdom from Rabbi Jonathan Sacks zt"l and how his teachings can inspire and guide Bnei Torah navigating the modern workforce.Part 2 of the Rabbi Sacks series discusses:* Money and Happiness* Balancing …

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Career Advice from Rabbi Sacks (Shtark Tank: Episode 1 of 2) [Kiddush Hashem + Influence] 35:48

5M ago35:48

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What would Rabbi Sacks say?In this two-part series, 'Career Advice from Rabbi Sacks', Shtark Tank explores timeless wisdom from Rabbi Jonathan Sacks zt"l and how his teachings can inspire and guide Bnei Torah navigating the modern workforce.Rabbi Sacks was a towering intellectual with a global following, addressing some of the most pressing issues …

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Beginning the Journey (Rabbi Sacks on Chayei Sarah, Covenant & Conversation) 8:05

5M ago8:05

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Welcome to Covenant & Conversation essays, Rabbi Sacks' commentary on the weekly Torah portion, explores new ideas and sharing inspiration from the Torah readings of the week.Although there is no audio available for the essay we are sharing with our readers this week, here is a recording from the archives, https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversati…

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The Miracle of a Child (Rabbi Sacks on Vayera, Covenant & Conversation) 6:12

5M ago6:12

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Welcome to Covenant & Conversation essays, Rabbi Sacks' commentary on the weekly Torah portion, explores new ideas and sharing inspiration from the Torah readings of the week.Although there is no audio available for the essay we are sharing with our readers this week, here is a recording from the archives, https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversati…

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Individual & Collective Responsibility (Rabbi Sacks on Noach, Covenant & Conversation) 9:34

6M ago9:34

9:34

Welcome to Covenant & Conversation essays, Rabbi Sacks' commentary on the weekly Torah portion, explores new ideas and sharing inspiration from the Torah readings of the week.You can find the full written article on Noach available to read, print, and share, by visiting: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/noach/individual-and-collective-r…

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To Live and Act as a Jew - A Selichot Address from Rabbi Sacks (5772) 17:43

7M ago17:43

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In September 2012, Rabbi Sacks delivered a Selichot address at the service in Hampstead Synagogue.Have you ever wondered what Professor Ludwig Guttmann (the founder of the Paralympic Games), Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur have in common? Watch this inspirational address to learn how Rabbi Sacks linked these together to discuss the the essence of livi…

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An Unforgiving Age: A Midnight Selichot Address from Rabbi Sacks 5779 15:29

7M ago15:29

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On 21st September 2019, Rabbi Sacks delivered the Midnight Selichot address at the service in Hampstead Synagogue.Listen to his inspiring sermon on how to forgive.View video footage and read the transcript here: https://rabbisacks.org/videos/an-unforgiving-age-watch-rabbi-sacks-pre-selichot-address/By Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks

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How to Evolve: A Midnight Selichot Address from Rabbi Sacks 5769 16:58

7M ago16:58

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On 12th September 2009, Rabbi Sacks delivered the 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: https://…

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Thoughts for Ellul: "God's Faith in Us" - recorded by Rabbi Sacks in 2014 4:27

7M ago4:27

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In 2014 Rabbi Sacks recorded six thoughts for Ellul, providing wisdom and guidance as he reflected on the year gone by, and the new year soon to begin.In this final message of the 'Thoughts for Ellul' mini-series, Rabbi Sacks discusses Professor Reuven Feuerstein, and draws a parallel between his highly-esteemed work as a child psychologist and our…

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Thoughts for Ellul: "Forgiveness" - recorded by Rabbi Sacks in 2014 2:51

7M ago2:51

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In 2014 Rabbi Sacks recorded six thoughts for Ellul, providing wisdom and guidance as he reflected on the year gone by, and the new year soon to begin.In his fifth message, Rabbi Sacks reflects on the origins of forgiveness in the Bible, and what that means for us today.Find the full recordings here: rabbisacks.org/archive/thoughts-for-ellul/…

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Thoughts for Ellul: "The Cry" - recorded by Rabbi Sacks in 2014 3:05

7M ago3:05

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In 2014 Rabbi Sacks recorded six thoughts for Ellul, providing wisdom and guidance as he reflected on the year gone by, and the new year soon to begin.In this fourth message ahead of Rosh Hashanah, Rabbi Sacks begins with a story about assimilation, which becomes a moving comment on how we connect to God, and when He hears our cry.Find the full rec…

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Leadership: Consensus or Command? (Rabbi Sacks on Nitzavim-Vayelech) 8:02

7M ago8:02

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Welcome to Covenant & Conversation essays, Rabbi Sacks' commentary on the weekly Torah portion, explores new ideas and sharing inspiration from the Torah readings of the week.You can find both the video and the full written article on Nitzavim-Vayelech available to watch, read, print, and share, by visiting: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversa…

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Thoughts for Ellul: "The Future of the Past" - recorded by Rabbi Sacks in 2014 4:19

7M ago4:19

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In 2014 Rabbi Sacks recorded six thoughts for Ellul, providing wisdom and guidance as he reflected on the year gone by, and the new year soon to begin.In this third message, Rabbi Sacks reflects on biblical figures such as Noah, and Lot's wife, and draws a unique comparison to Rosh Hashanah, through an outlook he gained from his close relationship …

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Thoughts for Ellul: "The Love That Says No" - recorded by Rabbi Sacks in 2014 2:58

7M ago2:58

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In 2014 Rabbi Sacks recorded six thoughts for Ellul, providing wisdom and guidance as he reflected on the year gone by, and the new year soon to begin.Here, a visit to a rehabilitation centre for young teenagers who experienced difficulties with heroin additions allowed Rabbi Sacks to find a new way to think about teshuvah, forgiveness, and the law…

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Freedom Means Telling the Story (Rabbi Sacks on Ki Tavo, Covenant & Conversation) 8:28

7M ago8:28

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Welcome to Covenant & Conversation essays, Rabbi Sacks' commentary on the weekly Torah portion, explores new ideas and sharing inspiration from the Torah readings of the week.You can find both the video and the full written article on Ki Tavo available to watch, read, print, and share, by visiting: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/ki-ta…

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Thoughts for Ellul: "Averting the Decree" - recorded by Rabbi Sacks in 2014 4:38

7M ago4:38

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In 2014 Rabbi Sacks recorded six thoughts for Ellul, providing wisdom and guidance as he reflected on the year gone by, and the new year soon to begin. This first thought, recorded ten years ago during a troubling time for our people, remains remarkable timely given the current situation in Israel, and for the Jewish people around the world.Find th…

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Two Types of Hate (Rabbi Sacks on Ki Teitse, Covenant & Conversation) 10:44

8M ago10:44

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Welcome to Covenant & Conversation essays, Rabbi Sacks' commentary on the weekly Torah portion, explores new ideas and sharing inspiration from the Torah readings of the week.You can find both the video and the full written article on Ki Teitse available to watch, read, print, and share, by visiting: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/ki-…

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Power from the Outside or Self-Restraint from Within (Shoftim, Covenant & Conversation) 9:51

8M ago9:51

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Welcome to Covenant & Conversation essays, Rabbi Sacks' commentary on the weekly Torah portion, explores new ideas and sharing inspiration from the Torah readings of the week.You can find both the video and the full written article on Shoftim available to watch, read, print, and share, by visiting: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/shoft…

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Making Poverty History (Re'eh, Covenant & Conversation) 9:21

8M ago9:21

9:21

Welcome to Covenant & Conversation essays, Rabbi Sacks' commentary on the weekly Torah portion, explores new ideas and sharing inspiration from the Torah readings of the week.You can find both the video and the full written article on Re'eh available to watch, read, print, and share, by visiting: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/reeh/ma…

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Why Civilisations Fail (Eikev, Covenant & Conversation) 8:43

8M ago8:43

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Welcome to Covenant & Conversation essays, Rabbi Sacks' commentary on the weekly Torah portion, explores new ideas and sharing inspiration from the Torah readings of the week.You can find both the video and the full written article on Eikev available to watch, read, print, and share, by visiting: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/eikev/w…

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The Idea that Changed the World (Rabbi Sacks on Va'etchanan, Covenant & Conversation) 16:32

9M ago16:32

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Welcome to Covenant & Conversation essays, Rabbi Sacks' commentary on the weekly Torah portion, explores new ideas and sharing inspiration from the Torah readings of the week.You can find both the video and the full written article on Va'etchanan available to watch, read, print, and share, by visiting: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/v…

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The Book of the Covenant (Rabbi Sacks on Devarim, Covenant & Conversation) 11:02

9M ago11:02

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Welcome to Covenant & Conversation essays, Rabbi Sacks' commentary on the weekly Torah portion, explores new ideas and sharing inspiration from the Torah readings of the week.You can find both the video and the full written article on Devarim available to watch, read, print, and share, by visiting: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/devar…

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Natural or Supernatural? (Rabbi Sacks on Matot-Masei, Covenant & Conversation) 8:13

9M ago8:13

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Welcome to Covenant & Conversation essays, Rabbi Sacks' commentary on the weekly Torah portion, explores new ideas and sharing inspiration from the Torah readings of the week.You can find both the video and the full written article on Matot-Masei available to watch, read, print, and share, by visiting: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/m…

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Pacing Change (Rabbi Sacks on Pinchas, Covenant & Conversation) 9:28

9M ago9:28

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Welcome to Covenant & Conversation essays, Rabbi Sacks' commentary on the weekly Torah portion, explores new ideas and sharing inspiration from the Torah readings of the week.You can find both the video and the full written article on Pinchas available to watch, read, print, and share, by visiting: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/pinch…

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A People That Dwells Alone? (Rabbi Sacks on Balak, Covenant & Conversation) 9:56

9M ago9:56

9:56

Welcome to Covenant & Conversation essays, Rabbi Sacks' commentary on the weekly Torah portion, explores new ideas and sharing inspiration from the Torah readings of the week.You can find both the video and the full written article on Balak available to watch, read, print, and share, by visiting: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/balak/a…

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Descartes' Error (Rabbi Sacks on Chukat, Covenant & Conversation) 7:46

10M ago7:46

7:46

Welcome to Covenant & Conversation essays, Rabbi Sacks' commentary on the weekly Torah portion, explores new ideas and sharing inspiration from the Torah readings of the week.You can find both the video and the full written article on Chukat available to watch, read, print, and share, by visiting: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/chukat…

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Taking It Personally (Korach, Covenant & Conversation) 9:02

10M ago9:02

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Welcome to Covenant & Conversation essays, Rabbi Sacks' commentary on the weekly Torah portion, explores new ideas and sharing inspiration from the Torah readings of the week.You can find both the video and the full written article on Korach available to watch, read, print, and share, by visiting: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/korach…

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What Made Joshua and Caleb Different? (Rabbi Sacks on Shelach Lecha) 9:21

10M ago9:21

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Welcome to Covenant & Conversation essays, Rabbi Sacks' commentary on the weekly Torah portion, explores new ideas and sharing inspiration from the Torah readings of the week.You can find both the video and the full written article on Shelach Lecha available to watch, read, print, and share, by visiting: rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversa…es-of-leade…

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Two Types of Leadership (Rabbi Sacks on Beha'alotecha, Covenant & Conversation) 9:41

10M ago9:41

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Welcome to Covenant & Conversation essays, Rabbi Sacks' commentary on the weekly Torah portion, explores new ideas and sharing inspiration from the Torah readings of the week.You can find both the video and the full written article on Beha'alotecha available to watch, read, print, and share, by visiting: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation…

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