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-responsibility/ Multiple translations of the essay are also available here. For intergenerational discussion on the weekly Parsha and Haftara, a new FAMILY EDITION is now also available: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation-family-edition/noach/individual-and-collective-responsibility/ 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. This piece was originally written by Rabbi Sacks in 2011, and the audio version was recorded in 2017. With thanks to the Schimmel Family for their generous sponsorship of Covenant & Conversation, dedicated in loving memory of Harry (Chaim) Schimmel.

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 living and acting as a Jew.   View video footage and read the transcript here: https://rabbisacks.org/videos/midnight-selichot-address-5772-to-live-and-act-as-a-jew/

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/

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://rabbisacks.org/videos/how-to-evolve/

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 relationship with God. Recorded ten years ago, this remains a timeless message for us all, particularly as we may wish to reflect on our spirituality as Rosh Hashanah draws ever closer. Find the full recordings here: rabbisacks.org/archive/thoughts-for-ellul/

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/

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 recordings here: rabbisacks.org/archive/thoughts-for-ellul/

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-conversation/nitzavim/leadership-consensus-or-command/. Multiple translations of the essay are also available here. A new FAMILY EDITION is now also available: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation-family-edition/nitzavim/leadership-consensus-or-command/ 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. This piece was originally written and recorded by Rabbi Sacks in 2011. With thanks to the Schimmel Family for their generous sponsorship of Covenant & Conversation, dedicated in loving memory of Harry (Chaim) Schimmel.

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 with many Holocaust survivors. Recorded ten years ago, this remains a remarkably timely message for us all. Find the full recordings here: rabbisacks.org/archive/thoughts-for-ellul/

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 laws God has given us for life. Find the full recordings and transcripts from these thoughts here: rabbisacks.org/archive/thoughts-for-ellul/

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-tavo/freedom-means-telling-the-story/ A new FAMILY EDITION is now also available: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation-family-edition/ki-tavo/freedom-means-telling-the-story/ 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. This piece was originally written and recorded by Rabbi Sacks in 2011. With thanks to the Schimmel Family for their generous sponsorship of Covenant & Conversation, dedicated in loving memory of Harry (Chaim) Schimmel.