Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks

Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks, an esteemed moral philosopher and former chief rabbi of the UK, shares profound insights on faith and morality in today's world. He discusses the symbolism of his iconic yellow tie and its role in fostering connections. Sacks navigates the tension between individualism and altruism, emphasizing community strength. He also reflects on the importance of collective action during crises, illustrating the need for cooperation over isolation. This engaging conversation encourages listeners to embrace gratitude and the power of community.

Rabbi Sacks was one of the world’s deepest thinkers on religion and the challenges of modern life. He died last week after a short battle with cancer. When Krista spoke with him in 2010, he modeled a life-giving, imagination-opening faithfulness to what some might see as contradictory callings: How to be true to one’s own convictions while also honoring the sacred and civilizational calling to shared life — indeed, to love the stranger?Jonathan Sacks was Chief Rabbi of the United Hebrew Congregations of the Commonwealth for 22 years. He taught and spoke all over the world, with appointments at King’s College London and at New York University and Yeshiva University in the U.S. His many books include The Dignity of Difference: How to Avoid the Clash of Civilizations, The Great Partnership: Science, Religion, and the Search for Meaning, and most recently, Morality: Restoring the Common Good in Divided Times.Find the transcript for this show at onbeing.org.This show originally aired in November, 2010. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rabbi Sacks was one of the world’s deepest thinkers on religion and the challenges of modern life. He died last week after a short battle with cancer. When Krista spoke with him in 2010, he modeled a life-giving, imagination-opening faithfulness to what some might see as contradictory callings: How to be true to one’s own convictions while also honoring the sacred and civilizational calling to shared life — indeed, to love the stranger?Jonathan Sacks was Chief Rabbi of the United Hebrew Congregations of the Commonwealth for 22 years. He taught and spoke all over the world, with appointments at King’s College London and at New York University and Yeshiva University in the U.S. His many books include The Dignity of Difference: How to Avoid the Clash of Civilizations, The Great Partnership: Science, Religion, and the Search for Meaning, and most recently, Morality: Restoring the Common Good in Divided Times.This interview is edited and produced with music and other features in the On Being episode “Remembering Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks." Find the transcript for that show at onbeing.org. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks, former Chief Rabbi of the United Hebrew Congregations and renowned philosopher, discusses the power of 'stating the obvious' as a moral act. He explores how moral renewal is prompted through prophecy and community practices. Sacks shares his thoughts on engaging with young people for fresh moral perspectives and emphasizes personal accountability during Yom Kippur. He argues for the separation of moral leadership from state power, ensuring that religion acts as a unifying force, not a divisive one.

Rabbi Jonathan Sacks, the former Chief Rabbi of the UK and an authority on faith and morality, joins journalist Ritula Shah for a thought-provoking conversation. They delve into how the coronavirus pandemic challenges and reshapes our moral compass, highlighting the balance between individualism and communal spirit. The discussion spans the evolution of societal values, the role of civil society, and the vital qualities of leadership during crises. Sacks emphasizes a transformative future focused on collective responsibility over outdated norms.