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What would Rabbi Sacks say?

In this two-part series, 'Career Advice from Rabbi Sacks', Shtark Tank explores timeless wisdom from Rabbi Jonathan Sacks zt"l and how his teachings can inspire and guide Bnei Torah navigating the modern workforce.

Rabbi Sacks was a towering intellectual with a global following, addressing some of the most pressing issues of our time - religious violence, morality, God and science, and more. As his yahrzeit approaches, we delve into his profound insights, uncovering how they directly relate to the challenges and opportunities of balancing a Torah-centred life with career ambitions.

In this episode:

Discover how Rabbi Sacks’s wisdom on this very topic is at the heart of one of his most popular books. Hear personal reflections from Rabbi Sacks's talmidim—those influenced from afar and those privileged to gain access to his inner world.Listen to Rabbi Sacks in his own words, thanks to the incredible resources provided by the Rabbi Sacks Legacy website.

Whether you're looking for practical career guidance or inspiration for integrating Torah values into your professional life, this series offers a unique perspective from one of the greatest thinkers of our time.

Guest Bios:

Rabbi Jonathan Sacks zt"l

Renowned Jewish thinker, writer, and speaker, Rabbi Jonathan Sacks zt"l served as Chief Rabbi of the United Kingdom and Commonwealth from 1991 until 2013. His legacy includes profound insights on faith, leadership, and morality that resonate far beyond the Jewish world.

Gilles Gade

Founder, Chairman, and CEO of Cross River Bank, Gilles Gade is a visionary in the fintech industry, blending innovation with traditional banking to create cutting-edge financial solutions.

Alan Sacks

Alan Sacks is the youngest bother of Rabbi Sacks and a partner at Herzog Fox & Naaman.

Dr. Erica Brown

Dr. Erica Brown is a scholar, educator, and author, known for her thought-provoking works on Jewish leadership and education. She is the Vice Provost for Values and Leadership at Yeshiva University, and the Director of the Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks-Herenstein Center for Values and Leadership at YU. You can check out her upcoming book 'Morning Has Broken: Faith After October 7th' in paperback from December (https://www.amazon.com/Morning-Has-Broken-Faith-October/dp/1592646832).

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.

Although there is no audio available for the essay we are sharing with our readers this week, here is a recording from the archives, https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/chayei-sarah/beginning-the-journey/.

You can find the written article on Chayei Sarah that expands upon these ideas available to read, print, and share, by visiting: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/chayei-sarah/the-next-chapter/. 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/chayei-sarah/the-next-chapter/

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 2013. This was also the first Covenant & Conversation piece we shared after the untimely passing of Rabbi Sacks zt"l, so it is fitting that this week, 4 years since that week, we learn it again in his memory.

With thanks to the Schimmel Family for their generous sponsorship of Covenant & Conversation, dedicated in loving memory of Harry (Chaim) Schimmel.

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.

Although there is no audio available for the essay we are sharing with our readers this week, here is a recording from the archives, https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/vayera/the-miracle-of-a-child/.

You can find the written article on Vayera that expands upon these ideas available to read, print, and share, by visiting: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/vayera/walking-together/

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/vayera/walking-together/

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 2008, and the audio was recorded in 2016.

With thanks to the Schimmel Family for their generous sponsorship of Covenant & Conversation, dedicated in loving memory of Harry (Chaim) Schimmel.

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/