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Abraham: A Life of Faith (Rabbi Sacks on Chayei Sarah, Covenant & Conversation)
3 november 2026 · 8 min
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. Lees meer
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 (written by Rabbi Sacks in 2007) is available to read, print, and share, by visiting: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/chayei-sarah/isaac-and-prayer/ (Although there is no audio for this particular essay, it is now available in several new translations).
The new FAMILY EDITION is now also available: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation-family-edition/chayei-sarah/giving-a-little-more/
For additional articles, translations, videos, and other material from Rabbi Sacks, please visit www.RabbiSacks.org and follow @RabbiSacks.
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With thanks to the Schimmel Family for their generous sponsorship of Covenant & Conversation, dedicated in loving memory of Harry (Chaim) Schimmel.
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Negative Capability (Rabbi Sacks on Vayera, Covenant & Conversation)
28 oktober 2026 · 10 min
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. Lees meer
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 Vayera (written by Rabbi Sacks in 2007) is available to read, print, and share, by visiting: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/vayera/the-music-of-ambivalence/ (Although there is no audio for this particular essay, it is now available in several new translations).
The new FAMILY EDITION is now also available: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation-family-edition/vayera/the-message-and-the-messengers/
For additional articles, translations, videos, and other material from Rabbi Sacks, please visit www.RabbiSacks.org and follow @RabbiSacks.
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With thanks to the Schimmel Family for their generous sponsorship of Covenant & Conversation, dedicated in loving memory of Harry (Chaim) Schimmel.
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How Perfect were the Matriarchs and Patriarchs? (Lech Lecha)
20 oktober 2026 · 13 min
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. Lees meer
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 ARTICLE on Lech Lecha (written by Rabbi Sacks in 2007) is available to read, print, and share, by visiting: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/lech-lecha/the-heroism-of-ordinary-life/ (Although there is no audio for this particular essay, it is now available in several new translations).
The new FAMILY EDITION is now also available: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation-family-edition/lech-lecha/the-constant-journey/
For additional articles, translations, videos, and other material from Rabbi Sacks, please visit www.RabbiSacks.org and follow @RabbiSacks.
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All Rabbi Sacks Covenant & Conversation essays for 5775 are studies of what we can learn about ethics from the Torah. Covenant & Conversation 5775 on Ethics is kindly supported by the Maurice Wohl Charitable Foundation in memory of Maurice and Vivienne Wohl z”l.
_________________________With thanks to the Schimmel Family for their generous sponsorship of Covenant & Conversation, dedicated in loving memory of Harry (Chaim) Schimmel.
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The Courage to Live with Uncertainty (Noach, Studies in Spirituality)
13 oktober 2026 · 8 min
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. Lees meer
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 (written by Rabbi Sacks in 2007) is available to read, print, and share, by visiting: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/noach/a-story-of-heaven-and-earth/ (Although there is no audio for this particular essay, it is available in several new translations).
The new FAMILY EDITION is now also available: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation-family-edition/noach/taking-a-stand/
For additional articles, translations, videos, and other material from Rabbi Sacks, please visit www.RabbiSacks.org and follow @RabbiSacks.
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All Rabbi Sacks Covenant & Conversation essays for 5775 are studies of what we can learn about ethics from the Torah. Covenant & Conversation 5775 on Ethics is kindly supported by the Maurice Wohl Charitable Foundation in memory of Maurice and Vivienne Wohl z”l.
_________________________With thanks to the Schimmel Family for their generous sponsorship of Covenant & Conversation, dedicated in loving memory of Harry (Chaim) Schimmel.
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The Genesis of Justice (Bereishit, essays on ethics)
6 oktober 2026 · 11 min
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. Lees meer
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 Bereishit (written by Rabbi Sacks in 2007) is available to read, print, and share, by visiting: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/bereishit/the-garments-of-light/ (Although there is no audio for this particular essay, it is available in several new translations).
The new FAMILY EDITION is now also available: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation-family-edition/bereishit/the-blame-game-5787/
For additional articles, translations, videos, and other material from Rabbi Sacks, please visit www.RabbiSacks.org and follow @RabbiSacks.
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All Rabbi Sacks Covenant & Conversation essays for 5775 are studies of what we can learn about ethics from the Torah. Covenant & Conversation 5775 on Ethics is kindly supported by the Maurice Wohl Charitable Foundation in memory of Maurice and Vivienne Wohl z”l.
_________________________With thanks to the Schimmel Family for their generous sponsorship of Covenant & Conversation, dedicated in loving memory of Harry (Chaim) Schimmel.
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Let My Teaching Drop as Rain (Rabbi Sacks on Ha'azinu, Covenant & Conversation)
14 september 2026 · 8 min
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. Lees meer
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/
The new FAMILY EDITION is now also available: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation-family-edition/haazinu/let-my-teaching-drop-as-rain/
For additional articles, translations, videos, and other material from Rabbi Sacks, please visit www.RabbiSacks.org and follow @RabbiSacks.
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With thanks to the Schimmel Family for their generous sponsorship of Covenant & Conversation, dedicated in loving memory of Harry (Chaim) Schimmel.
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How to Evolve (Selichot address by Rabbi Sacks from 2009)
9 september 2026 · 17 min
On 12th September 2009, Rabbi Sacks delivered this Midnight Selichot address at the service in Hampstead Synagogue. Lees meer
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/
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How to Renew a Nation (Rabbi Sacks on Nitzavim-Vayelech, Covenant & Conversation)
1 september 2026 · 11 min
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. Lees meer
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 (written by Rabbi Sacks in 2013) is available to read, print, and share, by visiting: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/nitzavim/to-renew-our-days/
The new FAMILY EDITION is now also available: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation-family-edition/nitzavim/to-renew-our-days/
For additional articles, translations, videos, and other material from Rabbi Sacks, please visit www.RabbiSacks.org and follow @RabbiSacks.
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With thanks to the Schimmel Family for their generous sponsorship of Covenant & Conversation, dedicated in loving memory of Harry (Chaim) Schimmel.
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Freedom Means Telling the Story (Ki Tavo, Covenant & Conversation)
25 augustus 2026 · 8 min
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. Lees meer
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 (written by Rabbi Sacks in 2013) is available to read, print, and share, by visiting: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/ki-tavo/a-sense-of-history/
The new FAMILY EDITION is now also available: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation-family-edition/ki-tavo/a-sense-of-history/
For additional articles, translations, videos, and other material from Rabbi Sacks, please visit www.RabbiSacks.org and follow @RabbiSacks.
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With thanks to the Schimmel Family for their generous sponsorship of Covenant & Conversation, dedicated in loving memory of Harry (Chaim) Schimmel.
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Against Hate (Rabbi Sacks on Ki Teitse, Covenant & Conversation)
18 augustus 2026 · 10 min
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. Lees meer
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 Sacks in 2013) is available to read, print, and share, by visiting: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/ki-teitse/the-parameters-of-justice/
The new FAMILY EDITION is now also available: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation-family-edition/ki-teitse/the-parameters-of-justice/
For additional articles, translations, videos, and other material from Rabbi Sacks, please visit www.RabbiSacks.org and follow @RabbiSacks.
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With thanks to the Schimmel Family for their generous sponsorship of Covenant & Conversation, dedicated in loving memory of Harry (Chaim) Schimmel.
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Learning and Leadership (Rabbi Sacks on Shoftim, Covenant & Conversation)
11 augustus 2026 · 9 min
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. Lees meer
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 Rabbi Sacks in 2013) is available to read, print, and share, by visiting: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/shoftim/testing-prophecy/
The new FAMILY EDITION is now also available: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation-family-edition/shoftim/testing-prophecy/
For additional articles, translations, videos, and other material from Rabbi Sacks, please visit www.RabbiSacks.org and follow @RabbiSacks.
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With thanks to the Schimmel Family for their generous sponsorship of Covenant & Conversation, dedicated in loving memory of Harry (Chaim) Schimmel.
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Making Poverty History (Re'eh, Covenant & Conversation)
4 augustus 2026 · 9 min
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. Lees meer
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 Sacks in 2013) is available to read, print, and share, by visiting: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/reeh/judaisms-social-vision/
The new FAMILY EDITION is now also available: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation-family-edition/reeh/judaisms-social-vision/
For additional articles, translations, videos, and other material from Rabbi Sacks, please visit www.RabbiSacks.org and follow @RabbiSacks.
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With thanks to the Schimmel Family for their generous sponsorship of Covenant & Conversation, dedicated in loving memory of Harry (Chaim) Schimmel.
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The Spirituality of Listening (Eikev, Covenant & Conversation)
28 juli 2026 · 10 min
ethics and wisdom we can derive from the Torah, week-by-week, parsha by parsha. Lees meer
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/covenant-conversation/eikev/greatness-and-humility/
The new FAMILY EDITION is now also available: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation-family-edition/eikev/greatness-and-humility/
For additional articles, translations, videos, and other material from Rabbi Sacks, please visit www.RabbiSacks.org and follow @RabbiSacks.
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With thanks to the Schimmel Family for their generous sponsorship of Covenant & Conversation, dedicated in loving memory of Harry (Chaim) Schimmel.
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Philosophy or Prophecy? (Rabbi Sacks on Va'etchanan, Covenant & Conversation)
21 juli 2026 · 10 min
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. Lees meer
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 (written by Rabbi Sacks in 2013) is available to read, print, and share, by visiting: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/vaetchanan/the-first-commandment/
The new FAMILY EDITION is now also available: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation-family-edition/vaetchanan/the-first-commandment/
For additional articles, translations, videos, and other material from Rabbi Sacks, please visit www.RabbiSacks.org and follow @RabbiSacks.
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With thanks to the Schimmel Family for their generous sponsorship of Covenant & Conversation, dedicated in loving memory of Harry (Chaim) Schimmel.
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Why Are There So Many Jewish Lawyers? (Rabbi Sacks on Devarim, Covenant & Conversation)
14 juli 2026 · 9 min
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. Lees meer
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 (written by Rabbi Sacks in 2013) is available to read, print, and share, by visiting: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/devarim/tzedek-justice-and-compassion/
The new FAMILY EDITION is now also available: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation-family-edition/devarim/tzedek-justice-and-compassion/
For additional articles, translations, videos, and other material from Rabbi Sacks, please visit www.RabbiSacks.org and follow @RabbiSacks.
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With thanks to the Schimmel Family for their generous sponsorship of Covenant & Conversation, dedicated in loving memory of Harry (Chaim) Schimmel.
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The Complexity of Human Rights (Rabbi Sacks on Matot-Masei, Covenant & Conversation)
7 juli 2026 · 11 min
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. Lees meer
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 by Rabbi Sacks in 2013) is available to read, print, and share, by visiting: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/matot/the-danger-of-suspicion/
The new FAMILY EDITION is now also available: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation-family-edition/matot/the-danger-of-suspicion/
For additional articles, translations, videos, and other material from Rabbi Sacks, please visit www.RabbiSacks.org and follow @RabbiSacks.
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With thanks to the Schimmel Family for their generous sponsorship of Covenant & Conversation, dedicated in loving memory of Harry (Chaim) Schimmel.
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Pacing Change (Rabbi Sacks on Pinchas, Covenant & Conversation)
30 juni 2026 · 9 min
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. Lees meer
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 Sacks in 2013) is available to read, print, and share, by visiting: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/pinchas/on-parents-and-teachers/
The new FAMILY EDITION is now also available: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation-family-edition/pinchas/on-parents-and-teachers/
For additional articles, translations, videos, and other material from Rabbi Sacks, please visit www.RabbiSacks.org and follow @RabbiSacks.
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With thanks to the Schimmel Family for their generous sponsorship of Covenant & Conversation, dedicated in loving memory of Harry (Chaim) Schimmel.
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What Makes God Laugh (Chukat-Balak, Covenant & Conversation)
23 juni 2026 · 11 min
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. Lees meer
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 Rabbi Sacks in 2013) is available to read, print, and share, by visiting: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/balak/the-hardest-word-to-hear/
The new FAMILY EDITION is now also available: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation-family-edition/balak/the-hardest-word-to-hear/
For additional articles, translations, videos, and other material from Rabbi Sacks, please visit www.RabbiSacks.org and follow @RabbiSacks.
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With thanks to the Schimmel Family for their generous sponsorship of Covenant & Conversation, dedicated in loving memory of Harry (Chaim) Schimmel.
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Hierarchy and Politics: The Never-Ending Story (Korach)
16 juni 2026 · 11 min
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. Lees meer
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 (written by Rabbi Sacks in 2013) is available to read, print, and share, by visiting: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/korach/power-versus-influence/
The new FAMILY EDITION is now also available: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation-family-edition/korach/power-versus-influence/
For additional articles, translations, videos, and other material from Rabbi Sacks, please visit www.RabbiSacks.org and follow @RabbiSacks.
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With thanks to the Schimmel Family for their generous sponsorship of Covenant & Conversation, dedicated in loving memory of Harry (Chaim) Schimmel.
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What Made Joshua and Caleb Different? (Shelach Lecha)
10 juni 2026 · 9 min
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. Lees meer
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 Shelach Lecha (written by Rabbi Sacks in 2013) is available to read, print, and share, by visiting: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/shelach-lecha/beyond-the-fringe/
The new FAMILY EDITION is now also available: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation-family-edition/shelach-lecha/beyond-the-fringe/
For additional articles, translations, videos, and other material from Rabbi Sacks, please visit www.RabbiSacks.org and follow @RabbiSacks.
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With thanks to the Schimmel Family for their generous sponsorship of Covenant & Conversation, dedicated in loving memory of Harry (Chaim) Schimmel.
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From Despair to Hope (Beha'alotecha, Covenant & Conversation)
2 juni 2026 · 10 min
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. Lees meer
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 (written by Rabbi Sacks in 2013) is available to read, print, and share, by visiting: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/behaalotecha/moses-challenge/
The new FAMILY EDITION is now also available: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation-family-edition/behaalotecha/moshes-challenge/
For additional articles, translations, videos, and other material from Rabbi Sacks, please visit www.RabbiSacks.org and follow @RabbiSacks.
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With thanks to the Schimmel Family for their generous sponsorship of Covenant & Conversation, dedicated in loving memory of Harry (Chaim) Schimmel.
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Lifting Heads (Rabbi Sacks on Naso, Covenant & Conversation)
19 mei 2026 · 7 min
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. Lees meer
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 2013) is available to read, print, and share, by visiting: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/naso/what-counts/
The new FAMILY EDITION is now also available: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation-family-edition/naso/what-counts/
For additional articles, translations, videos, and other material from Rabbi Sacks, please visit www.RabbiSacks.org and follow @RabbiSacks.
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With thanks to the Schimmel Family for their generous sponsorship of Covenant & Conversation, dedicated in loving memory of Harry (Chaim) Schimmel.
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Law as Love (Rabbi Sacks on Bamidbar, Covenant & Conversation)
12 mei 2026 · 11 min
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. Lees meer
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 Sacks in 2013) is available to read, print, and share, by visiting: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/bamidbar/love-as-law-law-as-love/
The new FAMILY EDITION is now also available: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation-family-edition/bamidbar/love-as-law-law-as-love/
For additional articles, translations, videos, and other material from Rabbi Sacks, please visit www.RabbiSacks.org and follow @RabbiSacks.
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With thanks to the Schimmel Family for their generous sponsorship of Covenant & Conversation, dedicated in loving memory of Harry (Chaim) Schimmel.
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Family Feeling (Rabbi Sacks on Behar-Bechukotai, Covenant & Conversation)
5 mei 2026 · 9 min
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. Lees meer
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 Rabbi Sacks in 2013) is available to read, print, and share, by visiting: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/behar/the-chronological-imagination/
The new FAMILY EDITION is now also available: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation-family-edition/behar/the-chronological-imagination/
For additional articles, translations, videos, and other material from Rabbi Sacks, please visit www.RabbiSacks.org and follow @RabbiSacks.
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With thanks to the Schimmel Family for their generous sponsorship of Covenant & Conversation, dedicated in loving memory of Harry (Chaim) Schimmel.
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The Duality of Jewish Time (Rabbi Sacks on Emor, Covenant & Conversation)
28 april 2026 · 9 min
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. Lees meer
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 Rabbi Sacks in 2013) is available to read, print, and share, by visiting: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/emor/faith-as-a-journey/
The new FAMILY EDITION is now also available: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation-family-edition/emor/faith-as-a-journey/
For additional articles, translations, videos, and other material from Rabbi Sacks, please visit www.RabbiSacks.org and follow @RabbiSacks.
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Holy People, Holy Land (Acharei Mot-Kedoshim, Covenant & Conversation)
21 april 2026 · 10 min
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. Lees meer
Follow along with the full article, written and recorded by Rabbi Sacks in 2011, here: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/acharei-mot/holy-people-holy-land/
This week our FEATURED ARTICLE on Acharei Mot - Kedoshim is available to read, print, and share, by visiting: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/acharei-mot/of-love-and-hate/
The new FAMILY EDITION is now also available: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation-family-edition/acharei-mot/of-love-and-hate/
For additional articles, translations, videos, and other material from Rabbi Sacks, please visit www.RabbiSacks.org and follow @RabbiSacks.
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The Sacrifices of Childbirth (Rabbi Sacks on Tazria-Metzora)
14 april 2026 · 10 min
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. Lees meer
Follow along with the full article, written and recorded by Rabbi Sacks in 2019, here: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/tazria/the-sacrifices-of-childbirth/
This week our FEATURED ARTICLE on Tazria-Metzora is available to read, print, and share, by visiting: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/tazria/holiness-and-childbirth
The new FAMILY EDITION is now also available: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation-family-edition/tazria/holiness-and-childbirth-5786/
For more articles, videos, and other material from Rabbi Sacks, please visit www.RabbiSacks.org and follow @RabbiSacks.
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Fire: Holy and Unholy (Rabbi Sacks on Shemini, Covenant & Conversation)
10 april 2026 · 10 min
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. Lees meer
You can find the full written article on Shemini available to read, print, and share, by visiting: rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversa…-holy-and-unholy/
The Rabbi Sacks Legacy continues to share weekly inspiration from Rabbi Sacks. This piece was originally recorded by Rabbi Sacks in 2015.
A new FAMILY EDITION piece, complementing the main essay of the week, but adapted for intergenerational learning, is now available here: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation-family-edition/shemini/fire-holy-and-unholy/
For more articles, videos, and other material from Rabbi Sacks, please visit www.RabbiSacks.org and follow @RabbiSacks.
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From the Archives: A Pesach Shiur by Rabbi Sacks | From Freedom to Responsibility (March 2013)
30 maart 2026 · 41 min
Rabbi Jonathan's pre-Pesach 2013 shiur took place in London during the launch of the Koren Sacks Pesach Machzor. Listen as he marks the journey of Bnei Yisrael, drawing parallels both with the period of Creation, and with our journey towards further progress and responsibility in today's world. Lees meer
This was Rabbi Sacks' final Pesach before stepping down as Chief and officially opening the Office of Rabbi Sacks.
View with the full transcript, or listen to the isolated audio, here: https://rabbisacks.org/videos/from-freedom-to-responsibility-a-pesach-shiur/
Find further Pesach resources: https://rabbisacks.org/jewish-holidays/passover
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(Violence and the Sacred) Rabbi Sacks on Tzav, Covenant & Conversation
24 maart 2026 · 11 min
Welcome to Rabbi Sacks' commentary on the weekly Torah portion. This series of Covenant & Conversation essays explores the theme of finding spirituality in the Torah, week by week, parsha by parsha. Lees meer
The Rabbi Sacks Legacy continues to share weekly inspiration from Rabbi Sacks. This piece was originally written in 2007 and recorded by Rabbi Sacks in 2015.
This week our FEATURED ARTICLE on Tzav is available to read, print, and share, by visiting: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/tzav/violence-and-the-sacred/
The new FAMILY EDITION is now also available: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation-family-edition/tzav/violence-and-the-sacred/
For more articles, videos, and other material from Rabbi Sacks, please visit www.RabbiSacks.org and follow @RabbiSacks._________________________
With thanks to the Schimmel Family for their generous sponsorship of Covenant & Conversation, dedicated in loving memory of Harry (Chaim) Schimmel.
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The Pursuit of Meaning (Rabbi Sacks on Vayikra, Covenant & Conversation)
17 maart 2026 · 9 min
Welcome to Rabbi Sacks' commentary on the weekly Torah portion. This series of Covenant & Conversation essays explores the theme of finding spirituality in the Torah, week by week, parsha by parsha. Lees meer
The Rabbi Sacks Legacy continues to share weekly inspiration from Rabbi Sacks. This piece was originally written and recorded by Rabbi Sacks in 2016.
Follow along with the full written article here: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/vayikra/the-pursuit-of-meaning/This week our FEATURED ARTICLE on Vayikra is available to read, print, and share, by visiting: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/vayikra/between-destiny-and-chance/
The new FAMILY EDITION is now also available: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation-family-edition/vayikra/between-destiny-and-chance/
For more articles, videos, and other material from Rabbi Sacks, please visit www.RabbiSacks.org and follow @RabbiSacks._________________________
With thanks to the Schimmel Family for their generous sponsorship of Covenant & Conversation, dedicated in loving memory of Harry (Chaim) Schimmel.
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The Spirit of Community (Rabbi Sacks on Vayakhel-Pekudei)
10 maart 2026 · 14 min
Welcome to Rabbi Sacks' commentary on the weekly Torah portion. This series of Covenant & Conversation essays explores the theme of finding spirituality in the Torah, week by week, parsha by parsha. Lees meer
The Rabbi Sacks Legacy continues to share weekly inspiration from Rabbi Sacks. This piece was originally written and recorded by Rabbi Sacks in 2015.
Follow along with the full written article here: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/vayakhel/the-spirit-of-community/This week our FEATURED ARTICLE on Vayakhel-Pekudei is available to read, print, and share, by visiting: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/vayakhel/three-types-of-community/
The new FAMILY EDITION is now also available: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation-family-edition/vayakhel/three-types-of-community/
For more articles, videos, and other material from Rabbi Sacks, please visit www.RabbiSacks.org and follow @RabbiSacks._________________________
With thanks to the Schimmel Family for their generous sponsorship of Covenant & Conversation, dedicated in loving memory of Harry (Chaim) Schimmel.
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Between Truth and Peace (Rabbi Sacks on Ki Tissa, Covenant & Conversation)
3 maart 2026 · 10 min
Welcome to Rabbi Sacks' commentary on the weekly Torah portion. This series of Covenant & Conversation essays explores the theme of finding spirituality in the Torah, week by week, parsha by parsha. Lees meer
The Rabbi Sacks Legacy continues to share weekly inspiration from Rabbi Sacks. This piece was originally written and recorded by Rabbi Sacks in 2011.
Follow along with the full written article here: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/ki-tissa/between-truth-and-peace/This week our FEATURED ARTICLE on Ki Tissa is available to read, print, and share, by visiting: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/ki-tissa/two-types-of-religious-encounter/
The new FAMILY EDITION is now also available: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation-family-edition/ki-tissa/two-types-of-religious-encounter/
For more articles, videos, and other material from Rabbi Sacks, please visit www.RabbiSacks.org and follow @RabbiSacks.-------------------------------
With thanks to the Schimmel Family for their generous sponsorship of Covenant & Conversation, dedicated in loving memory of Harry (Chaim) Schimmel.
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Inspiration and Perspiration (Rabbi Sacks on Tetzaveh, Covenant & Conversation)
24 februari 2026 · 9 min
Welcome to Rabbi Sacks' commentary on the weekly Torah portion. This series of Covenant & Conversation essays explores the theme of finding spirituality in the Torah, week by week, parsha by parsha. Lees meer
The Rabbi Sacks Legacy continues to share weekly inspiration from Rabbi Sacks. This piece was originally written and recorded by Rabbi Sacks in 2018.
Follow along with the full written article here: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/tetzaveh/inspiration-perspiration/This week our FEATURED ARTICLE on Tetzaveh is available to read, print, and share, by visiting: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/tetzaveh/prophet-and-priest/
The new FAMILY EDITION is now also available: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/tetzaveh/prophet-and-priest/
For more articles, videos, and other material from Rabbi Sacks, please visit www.RabbiSacks.org and follow @RabbiSacks.-------------------------------
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The Gift of Giving (Rabbi Sacks on Terumah, Covenant & Conversation)
16 februari 2026 · 8 min
Welcome to Rabbi Sacks' commentary on the weekly Torah portion. This series of Covenant & Conversation essays explores the theme of finding spirituality in the Torah, week by week, parsha by parsha. Lees meer
The Rabbi Sacks Legacy continues to share weekly inspiration from Rabbi Sacks. This piece was originally written and recorded by Rabbi Sacks in 2016.
Follow along with the full written article here: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/terumah/the-gift-of-giving/This week our FEATURED ARTICLE on Terumah is available to read, print, and share, by visiting: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/terumah/two-narratives-of-creation/
The new FAMILY EDITION is now also available: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation-family-edition/terumah/two-narratives-of-creation/
For more articles, videos, and other material from Rabbi Sacks, please visit www.RabbiSacks.org and follow @RabbiSacks.-------------------------------
With thanks to the Schimmel Family for their generous sponsorship of Covenant & Conversation, dedicated in loving memory of Harry (Chaim) Schimmel.
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Doing and Hearing (Rabbi Sacks on Mishpatim, Covenant & Conversation)
9 februari 2026 · 9 min
Welcome to Rabbi Sacks' commentary on the weekly Torah portion. This series of Covenant & Conversation essays explores the theme of finding spirituality in the Torah, week by week, parsha by parsha. Lees meer
The Rabbi Sacks Legacy continues to share weekly inspiration from Rabbi Sacks. This piece was originally written and recorded by Rabbi Sacks in 2016.
Follow along with the full written article here: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/mishpatim/doing-and-hearing/This week our FEATURED ARTICLE on Mishpatim is available to read, print, and share, by visiting: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/mishpatim/in-the-details/
The new FAMILY EDITION is now also available: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/mishpatim/in-the-details/
For more articles, videos, and other material from Rabbi Sacks, please visit www.RabbiSacks.org and follow @RabbiSacks.-------------------------------
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To Thank Before We Think (Rabbi Sacks on Yitro, Covenant & Conversation)
3 februari 2026 · 9 min
Welcome to Rabbi Sacks' commentary on the weekly Torah portion. This series of Covenant & Conversation essays explores the theme of finding spirituality in the Torah, week by week, parsha by parsha. Lees meer
The Rabbi Sacks Legacy continues to share weekly inspiration from Rabbi Sacks. This piece was originally written and recorded by Rabbi Sacks in 2016.
Follow along with the full written article here: rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/yitro/to-thank-before-we-think/This week our FEATURED ARTICLE on Yitro is available to read, print, and share, by visiting: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/yitro/politics-of-revelation/
The new FAMILY EDITION is now also available: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation-family-edition/yitro/politics-of-revelation/
For more articles, videos, and other material from Rabbi Sacks, please visit www.RabbiSacks.org and follow @RabbiSacks.-------------------------------
With thanks to the Schimmel Family for their generous sponsorship of Covenant & Conversation, dedicated in loving memory of Harry (Chaim) Schimmel.
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Looking Up (Rabbi Sacks on Beshallach, Covenant & Conversation)
27 januari 2026 · 10 min
Welcome to Rabbi Sacks' commentary on the weekly Torah portion. This series of Covenant & Conversation essays explores the theme of finding spirituality in the Torah, week by week, parsha by parsha. Lees meer
The Rabbi Sacks Legacy continues to share weekly inspiration from Rabbi Sacks. This piece was originally written and recorded by Rabbi Sacks in 2014.
Follow along with the full written article here: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/beshallach/looking-up/This week our FEATURED ARTICLE on Beshallach is available to read, print, and share, by visiting: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/beshallach/to-be-a-leader-of-the-jewish-people/
The new FAMILY EDITION is now also available: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation-family-edition/beshallach/to-be-a-leader-of-the-jewish-people/
For more articles, videos, and other material from Rabbi Sacks, please visit www.RabbiSacks.org and follow @RabbiSacks.
-------------------------------With thanks to the Schimmel Family for their generous sponsorship of Covenant & Conversation, dedicated in loving memory of Harry (Chaim) Schimmel.
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The Spiritual Child (Bo, Rabbi Sacks on Covenant & Conversation)
20 januari 2026 · 9 min
Welcome to Rabbi Sacks' commentary on the weekly Torah portion. This series of Covenant & Conversation essays explores the theme of finding spirituality in the Torah, week by week, parsha by parsha. Lees meer
The Rabbi Sacks Legacy continues to share weekly inspiration from Rabbi Sacks. This piece was originally written and recorded by Rabbi Sacks in 2016.
Follow along with the full written article here: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/bo/the-spiritual-child/
This week our FEATURED ARTICLE on Bo is available to read, print, and share, by visiting: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/bo/freedoms-defence/
The new FAMILY EDITION is now also available: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation-family-edition/bo/freedoms-defence/
For more articles, videos, and other material from Rabbi Sacks, please visit www.RabbiSacks.org and follow @RabbiSacks.
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Spirits in a Material World (Rabbi Sacks on Va'era, Covenant & Conversation)
12 januari 2026 · 9 min
Welcome to Rabbi Sacks' commentary on the weekly Torah portion. This series of Covenant & Conversation essays explores the theme of finding spirituality in the Torah, week by week, parsha by parsha. Lees meer
The Rabbi Sacks Legacy continues to share weekly inspiration from Rabbi Sacks. This piece was originally written and recorded by Rabbi Sacks in 2016.
Follow along with the full written article here: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/vaera/spirits-in-a-material-world/
This week our FEATURED ARTICLE on Va'era is available to read, print, and share, by visiting: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/vaera/of-lice-and-men/
The new FAMILY EDITION is now also available: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation-family-edition/vaera/of-lice-and-men/
For more articles, videos, and other material from Rabbi Sacks, please visit www.RabbiSacks.org and follow @RabbiSacks.
-------------------------------With thanks to the Schimmel Family for their generous sponsorship of Covenant & Conversation, dedicated in loving memory of Harry (Chaim) Schimmel.
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The Challenge of Jewish Leadership (Rabbi Sacks on Shemot, Covenant & Conversation)
6 januari 2026 · 5 min
Welcome to Rabbi Sacks' commentary on the weekly Torah portion. This series of Covenant & Conversation essays explores the theme of finding spirituality in the Torah, week by week, parsha by parsha. Lees meer
The Rabbi Sacks Legacy continues to share weekly inspiration from Rabbi Sacks. This piece was originally written and recorded by Rabbi Sacks in 2011.
Follow along with the full written article here: rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/shemot/jewish-leadership/
This week our FEATURED ARTICLE on Shemot is available to read, print, and share, by visiting: rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/shemot/leadership-and-the-people/
The new FAMILY EDITION is now also available: rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation-family-edition/shemot/leadership-and-the-people/
For more articles, videos, and other material from Rabbi Sacks, please visit www.RabbiSacks.org and follow @RabbiSacks.
-------------------------------With thanks to the Schimmel Family for their generous sponsorship of Covenant & Conversation, dedicated in loving memory of Harry (Chaim) Schimmel.
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Grandparents (Rabbi Sacks on Vayechi, Covenant & Conversation)
30 december 2025 · 5 min
Welcome to Rabbi Sacks' commentary on the weekly Torah portion. This series of Covenant & Conversation essays explores the theme of finding spirituality in the Torah, week by week, parsha by parsha. Lees meer
The Rabbi Sacks Legacy continues to share weekly inspiration from Rabbi Sacks. This piece was originally written and recorded by Rabbi Sacks in 2011.
Follow along with the full written article here: rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/vayechi/grandparents/
This week our FEATURED ARTICLE on Vayechi is available to read, print, and share, by visiting: rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/vayechi/generations-forget-and-remember/
The new FAMILY EDITION is now also available: rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation-family-edition/vayechi/generations-forget-and-remember/
For more articles, videos, and other material from Rabbi Sacks, please visit www.RabbiSacks.org and follow @RabbiSacks.
-------------------------------With thanks to the Schimmel Family for their generous sponsorship of Covenant & Conversation, dedicated in loving memory of Harry (Chaim) Schimmel.
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Reframing (Rabbi Sacks on Vayigash, Covenant & Conversation)
23 december 2025 · 9 min
Welcome to Rabbi Sacks' commentary on the weekly Torah portion. This series of Covenant & Conversation essays explores the theme of finding spirituality in the Torah, week by week, parsha by parsha. Lees meer
The Rabbi Sacks Legacy continues to share weekly inspiration from Rabbi Sacks. This piece was originally written and recorded by Rabbi Sacks in 2016.
Follow along with the full written article here: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/vayigash/reframing/
This week our FEATURED ARTICLE on Vayigash is available to read, print, and share, by visiting: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/vayigash/choice-and-change/
The new FAMILY EDITION is now also available: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation-family-edition/vayigash/choice-and-change/
For more articles, videos, and other material from Rabbi Sacks, please visit www.RabbiSacks.org and follow @RabbiSacks.
-------------------------------With thanks to the Schimmel Family for their generous sponsorship of Covenant & Conversation, dedicated in loving memory of Harry (Chaim) Schimmel.
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To Wait Without Despair (Rabbi Sacks on Mikketz, Covenant & Conversation)
16 december 2025 · 9 min
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. Lees meer
This audio on Mikketz was recorded by Rabbi Sacks in 2015. Follow along here: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/mikketz/to-wait-without-despair/
You can also and download this week's FEATURED essay, and all translations, here: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/mikketz/disguise/
For intergenerational discussion on the weekly Parsha, a new FAMILY EDITION is now also available: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation-family-edition/mikketz/disguise/
________________________For more articles, videos, and other material from Rabbi Sacks, please visit www.RabbiSacks.org and follow @RabbiSacks.
The Rabbi Sacks Legacy continues to share weekly inspiration from Rabbi Sacks.
With thanks to the Schimmel Family for their generous sponsorship of Covenant & Conversation, dedicated in loving memory of Harry (Chaim) Schimmel.
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Refusing Comfort, Keeping Hope (Vayeshev, Covenant & Conversation)
9 december 2025 · 10 min
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. Lees meer
This audio on Vayeshev was recorded by Rabbi Sacks in 2019. Follow along, download this week's essay, and see all translations, here: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/vayeshev/refusing-comfort-keeping-hope/
For intergenerational discussion on the weekly Parsha, a new FAMILY EDITION is now also available: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation-family-edition/vayeshev/refusing-comfort-keeping-hope/
________________________For more articles, videos, and other material from Rabbi Sacks, please visit www.RabbiSacks.org and follow @RabbiSacks.
The Rabbi Sacks Legacy continues to share weekly inspiration from Rabbi Sacks.
With thanks to the Schimmel Family for their generous sponsorship of Covenant & Conversation, dedicated in loving memory of Harry (Chaim) Schimmel.
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Feeling the Fear (Rabbi Sacks on Vayishlach, Covenant & Conversation)
3 december 2025 · 10 min
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. Lees meer
This audio on Vayishlach was recorded by Rabbi Sacks in 2016. Follow along here: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/vayishlach/feeling-the-fear/
You can also and download this week's featured essay, and all translations, here: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/vayishlach/fear-or-distress/
For intergenerational discussion on the weekly Parsha, a new FAMILY EDITION is now also available: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation-family-edition/vayishlach/fear-or-distress/
________________________For more articles, videos, and other material from Rabbi Sacks, please visit www.RabbiSacks.org and follow @RabbiSacks.
The Rabbi Sacks Legacy continues to share weekly inspiration from Rabbi Sacks.
With thanks to the Schimmel Family for their generous sponsorship of Covenant & Conversation, dedicated in loving memory of Harry (Chaim) Schimmel.
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Light in Dark Times (Rabbi Sacks on Vayetse, Covenant & Conversation)
25 november 2025 · 8 min
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. Lees meer
This audio on Vayetse was recorded by Rabbi Sacks in 2013. Follow along here: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/vayetse/light-in-dark-times/
You can also and download this week's featured essay, and all translations, here: rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/vayetse/encountering-god/
For intergenerational discussion on the weekly Parsha, a new FAMILY EDITION is now also available: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation-family-edition/vayetse/encountering-god/
________________________For more articles, videos, and other material from Rabbi Sacks, please visit www.RabbiSacks.org and follow @RabbiSacks.
The Rabbi Sacks Legacy continues to share weekly inspiration from Rabbi Sacks.
With thanks to the Schimmel Family for their generous sponsorship of Covenant & Conversation, dedicated in loving memory of Harry (Chaim) Schimmel.
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Was Jacob Right To Take Esau's Blessing? (Rabbi Sacks on Toldot)
19 november 2025 · 14 min
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. Lees meer
This audio on Toldot was recorded by Rabbi Sacks in 2014. Follow along here: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/toldot/jacob-right-take-esaus-blessing/
You can also and download this week's featured essay, and all translations, here: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/toldot/between-prophecy-oracle/
For intergenerational discussion on the weekly Parsha, a new FAMILY EDITION is now also available: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation-family-edition/toldot/between-prophecy-oracle/
________________________For more articles, videos, and other material from Rabbi Sacks, please visit www.RabbiSacks.org and follow @RabbiSacks.
The Rabbi Sacks Legacy continues to share weekly inspiration from Rabbi Sacks.
With thanks to the Schimmel Family for their generous sponsorship of Covenant & Conversation, dedicated in loving memory of Harry (Chaim) Schimmel.
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A Call from the Future (Rabbi Sacks on Chayei Sarah, Covenant & Conversation)
12 november 2025 · 9 min
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. Lees meer
This audio on Chayei Sarah was recorded by Rabbi Sacks in 2015. Follow along here: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/chayei-sarah/a-call-from-the-future/
You can also and download this week's featured essay, and all translations, here: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/chayei-sarah/hopes-and-fears/
For intergenerational discussion on the weekly Parsha, a new FAMILY EDITION is now also available: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation-family-edition/chayei-sarah/hopes-and-fears/
________________________For more articles, videos, and other material from Rabbi Sacks, please visit www.RabbiSacks.org and follow @RabbiSacks.
The Rabbi Sacks Legacy continues to share weekly inspiration from Rabbi Sacks.
With thanks to the Schimmel Family for their generous sponsorship of Covenant & Conversation, dedicated in loving memory of Harry (Chaim) Schimmel.
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Even Higher than Angels (Rabbi Sacks on Vayera, Covenant & Conversation)
5 november 2025 · 9 min
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. Lees meer
This audio on Vayera was recorded by Rabbi Sacks in 2019.
Read and download the written essay, and all translations: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/vayera/even-higher-than-angels/
For intergenerational discussion on the weekly Parsha, a new FAMILY EDITION is now also available: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation-family-edition/vayera/even-higher-than-angels/
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