Archive: September 2015
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Yamim Noraim Lecture: Let’s take a fresh approach to prayer
The Chief Rabbi delivered his Yamim Noraim lecture at Hendon United Synagogue with a focus on how we can enhance the effectiveness of prayer, whether through a refreshed approach to Read more... -
Thought for the Day: The difference between ‘true’ and ‘perceived’ greatness
Hear the Chief Rabbi’s reflections on what constitutes ‘true greatness’ ahead of Sukkot in BBC Radio 4’s ‘Thought for the Day’ slot. Transcription below. “Benjamin Disraeli once said, “Fame and Read more... -
Thought for the Day: Setting new goals to solve global challenges
Hear the Chief Rabbi on BBC Radio 4’s ‘Thought for the Day’ reflecting upon the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals – successors to the Millennium Development Goals – and second chances Read more... -
Thought for the Day: To forget, or not to forget?
“Our prospects for the future depend, to a large degree, on our recollection of the past.” On today’s ‘Thought for the Day’, the Chief Rabbi acknowledges both the relief offered Read more... -
BBC Report: The Chief Rabbi visits the Vatican
Listen to this BBC Radio 4 report from Edward Stourton’s Sunday programme about the Chief Rabbi’s visit to the Vatican with Cardinal Nichols. (Listen from 27:00). Read more... -
Thought for the Day: Refugees and collective responsibility
The Chief Rabbi told BBC Radio 4’s Today programme that the refugee must be considered “our problem,” a sentiment he also shared with Pope Francis during a recent visit to Read more...
