Archive: September 2018
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D’var Torah: Shmini Atzeret & Simchat Torah
The Chief Rabbi’s D’var Torah for Shmini Atzeret and Simchat Torah. The day on which rain falls is as great as the day on which the Torah was given. This Read more... -
Thought for the Day: “If every distinct group within our society were to proudly express its own unique identity and respect all others who do likewise, we would have the capacity to produce a harmonious and peaceful society.”
During the week of the Festival of Succot, the Chief Rabbi contributed to Thought for the Day. Good morning. We are living in a newly divided world. Only a Read more... -
D’var Torah: Sukkot
In his message for Sukkot, the Chief Rabbi explains how integral the community is for people’s success. A ‘nebach’ becomes the greatest of them all. That is what happens during Read more... -
Thought for the Day: “Sometimes we need to be prepared to acknowledge that there are no shortcuts through complex problems, only a listening ear, hard work and humility.”
Ahead of Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement, the Chief Rabbi contributed to Thought for the Day. Transcript: A prayer was recited in which God was asked not to Read more... -
The Archbishop of Canterbury Visits the Chief Rabbi’s Home
The Archbishop of Canterbury visits the Chief Rabbi’s home to talk Rosh Hashanah, wishes for the coming year and antisemitism. Read more... -
D’var Torah: Parashat Vayelech
In this week’s D’var Torah for Vayelech, the Chief Rabbi describes the key features of great leadership. What are the ingredients of great leadership? This is what Moshe had on Read more... -
Thought for the Day: How will the antisemitism of today affect generations to come?
The Chief Rabbi reflects on a challenging time for the Jewish community as we head into Rosh Hashana, the Jewish New Year. You can listen to the Audio here. Transcript: Read more... -
D’var Torah: Parashat Nitzavim
In this week’s D’var Torah for Nitzavim, the Chief Rabbi explains that we should view everybody favourably. How important are titles? Parashat Nitzavim commences with the words “Atem Nitzavim Hayom Read more...
