The Office of Rabbi Sacks

Delve into the ethical principles of Torah emphasizing righteousness and goodness, exploring the prophetic, wisdom, and priestly voices in Judaism. Highlighting the unique moral complexities through love, kindness, and justice, this podcast discusses maintaining integrity, ethics, and order within societal boundaries.

Exploring the significance of the land of Israel to the people of the Covenant, interconnectedness of Mitzvot, Land, and Society, and the importance of a nation's land and society's values in maintaining Jewish culture and values.

This lecture was delivered during Rabbi Sacks’ engagement as professor at Yeshiva University, when he gave the keynote address (shiur) at The Jewish Center in New York. For additional Pesach shiurim, articles, videos and resources, visit RabbiSacks.org/passover-pesach/. Wishing you and your families a chag kasher v'sameach! The Rabbi Sacks Legacy team

Exploring La Shon Tov and La Shon Hara, emphasizing the impact of words on relationships. Comparing Rashi and Rambam's perspectives on giving praise. The duty to speak positively about others and its ethical implications. The power of Lashon Tov and targeted praise in uplifting individuals.

The podcast discusses the concept of Sarat beyond skin conditions, exploring the destructive power of slander through Othello, and examining deception and public consequences in biblical and contemporary contexts.

Exploring the consequences of unauthorized offerings, contrasting with Moses shattering the tablets. Dynamic roles of priests and prophets in prayer. Origins and debate on prayers like Shakris, Menkra, and Mariv, emphasizing balance between tradition and freshness.

Explore the rise and fall of civilizations like the Mayans, the Jewish response to crises, the adaptation of religious practices by Jewish sages, and the importance of planning for the future through lasting institutions like synagogues and schools.

Delving into the unique joy of Purim despite facing adversities, Rabbi Sacks discusses the significance of celebrating resilience and strength in the face of anti-Semitism, emphasizing the therapeutic aspect of finding joy as a defense mechanism against negative emotions.

The podcast discusses the concept of sin offerings in the Torah, exploring the dimensions of sin, guilt, shame, and atonement. It compares historical perspectives on sin offerings to modern scenarios of unintentional wrongs, emphasizing the importance of forgiveness and cleansing. The discussion also touches on the symbolic nature of sin, the impact of actions on character, and suggests acts of kindness as contemporary forms of atonement.

The podcast delves into Jewish character through exploring generosity and anxiety, highlighting contrasting aspects of the Israelites' nature. It also discusses the significance of charity in Jewish tradition and the inherent nature of giving in Jewish heritage.