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Jonathan Sacks
Jonathan Sacks was a British Orthodox rabbi, philosopher, and author who served as Chief Rabbi of the United Hebrew Congregations of the Commonwealth from 1991 to 2013. His public writing connected Jewish thought with moral and civic questions.
Rabbinic service
Sacks studied philosophy and Jewish texts before entering the rabbinate. He served congregations in London and became Chief Rabbi in 1991, a role through which he represented Orthodox Judaism in public life and encouraged dialogue across faith traditions.
Writing and legacy
After leaving the chief rabbinate, Sacks continued teaching and writing for international audiences. His books addressed religion, ethics, society, and the Bible. He died in 2020, leaving an extensive body of work and a public legacy in British and global Jewish life.
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