The Rabbi Sacks Legacy The Spiritual Child (Bo, Rabbi Sacks on Covenant & Conversation)
Jan 19, 2026
Rabbi Sacks delves into the powerful influence of family narratives on a child's identity and self-esteem. He highlights Moses' teaching methods to create lasting communal memories, emphasizing the importance of education for future generations. The discussion explores the concept of nurturing a child's innate spirituality, citing research that shows its role in promoting resilience and reducing negative behaviors. The tradition of questioning in Judaism is championed as a means of deepening faith and strengthening family connections.
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Family Story Builds Identity
- Knowing your family's story strengthens children's identity and self-esteem.
- Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks explains that family narrative connects children to something larger than themselves.
Moses Teaches Through Children
- Moses frames the Exodus teaching around children rather than political freedom.
- Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks shows Moses insists each generation must pass the story to the next.
Educate For The Long Term
- Investing in children's education secures a people's future more than monuments do.
- Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks links long-term cultural survival to educating the young.
