How we can face the future without fear, together | Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks

It's a fateful moment in history. We've seen divisive elections, divided societies and the growth of extremism -- all fueled by anxiety and uncertainty. "Is there something we can do, each of us, to be able to face the future without fear?" asks Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks. In this electrifying talk, the spiritual leader gives us three specific ways we can move from the politics of "me" to the politics of "all of us, together."
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[@1mfikri]

As a Muslim...I adored him....I learnt few things from him....a very wise man...first class brain and a true humanist...may Allah bless his soul..rest in peace...

[@SimonSverige]

indeed. He was a beacon of light to me in my childhood. He led many people to God/ HaShem/ The Word/ Allah.

[@zeviklein1289]

Beutiful comment

[@Fansdefedevigevani10]

👍👍🙏🙏🙏👏👏👏👏

[@ArielleBiscayart]

Exactly. Such a brilliant and articulate mind and what a sharp sense of humor and elegance. I had the privilege to listen to one of his presentations in person... I was truly sad when he passed away. The world needs more wise and clearly above the average role models like him. Such an intellectual, spiritual and value oriented light in the dark of a very material and ego oriented world. Everyone should listen to the incredible speech King Charles of England (Prince Charles back then) gave on the day on his passing. Truly magnificent. Available on KZbin🙏☀️

[@BenyRubinstein]

He was a giant. He is thoroughly missed in today's world.

[@SeekersofUnity]

A Great Human. Rest in Peace. Baruch Dayan HaEmet.

[@Daniela-oh7mt]

הוא נפטר?

[@chayimadinaandyael]

כן. לרב זקס זצ"ל היה סרטן, הוא היה רק בן 72.

[@estyflam6997]

Yes, 3 days ago

[@Jonah100]

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[@jamatali7591]

So many valuable messages in this brilliant talk. RIP Rabbi Sacks.

[@user-uh4ub4ke3t]

Rabbi Sacks NOT Mr

[@jamatali7591]

@@user-uh4ub4ke3t That's a fair point. Thank you for picking me up on it.

[@whitetiger5181]

Just found out about him hes dead ?

[@avrahamgoldberg9731]

@@whitetiger5181 sadly, yes. he passed away a little over a year ago.

[@whitetiger5181]

@@avrahamgoldberg9731 dam Russians ...

[@khalidsafir]

I just want to say, I'm a Muslim and I love this talk. I want to say it because although, in the West, we have people from all walks of life, we don't know each other. We are a lot more together than we realise but we do need to talk to our neighbours more. I loved this talk not because of the rhetoric (lovely rhetoric) but because a person stood up for "us" and a better future.

[@StarvEgoFeedSoul]

DO NOT START BYT SAYING "I AM ...ETC" OK ?? U SEPARATE FROM THE START, DO U UNDERSTAND ?

[@avrahamgoldberg9731]

@@StarvEgoFeedSoul I think it's perfectly fine to start by giving the reader some info on his background and belief system.

[@edenrosest]

@@StarvEgoFeedSoul The way of your typing is so provocative that you will never be the one of US

[@SimonSverige]

God bless you.

[@roeezilkha3046]

Thank you so much for your books, your kindness, your love toward your people, the state of Israel, Great Britain, and your loyalty and love to all humanity, and the message of peace between nations. You were a beacon of light in a world full of darkness and hate, we will miss you dearly Rabbi Sacks

[@CrazyWatcher670]

We need more elders like him in the society today.

[@mosytube]

The world lost a giant this week. Rest In Peace Rabbi.

[@user-uh4ub4ke3t]

2. The Godol Hador MORAN Horav Dovid Feinstein died same time, he affected WORLD jewry,people sadly forget that

[@niory]

I didn't expect to like this man so deeply !!! Amazing talk

[@sharonsamtur4034]

that is why we have, all of us, to learn not to judge...but we never learn that do we....and even though we are so often wrong....all of us

[@dabrah70il]

WE LOST AND Extraordonary MAN OF VALOUR.IVE RED HIS TEACHINGS BY EMAILS.WONDERS.I WILL MISS HIM SO MUCH.💔💔💔💔💔💔😭😭😭😭🕯🕯🕯🕯🕯🕯🕯🕯 May his teachings be known everywhere cause.they are still valuable.Magic.

[@Braglemaster123]

Why wouldn’t you expect not to like him ??

[@reevaforman8113]

A true giant of humanity.. whose words provide a path if followed, to the survival of mankind! May the memory of Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks be a blessing for all.

[@YMAD613]

My father z"l fully took on this mindset. He would constantly get into arguments (usually political) with people who disagreed with him but it would never stop him from being their friend and being positive and joyful when greeting them. He loved those people even more than those who agreed with him because arguing with them was his "exercise" as he called it. And he so believed in telling our stories. I know all about my ancestors and my people because my dad told stories over and over again. Having a family story is one of the things that holds a family together, and even more so holds a people together. May the neshama of Rabbi Sacks z"l and my father z"l have an aliyah.

[@elistevenmiller]

I’ve a devoted member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (LDS/Mormon), and I’ve been reading the Rabbi’s book “Studies in Spirituality” and it has filled my soul, inspired me to be a little better, and brought me to a deeper and closer relationship to God. Thank you Rabbi, God bless you, rest in peace.

[@davidv.5338]

Beautiful talk, rest in peace Rabbi. May your name be a blessing to all of us "We the People"

[@jeremyallanhall]

Not even Jewish but I love your wisdom.. god bless you all ❤

[@idkman2633]

"& when we move from the politics of me to the politics of All of us together, we rediscover those beautiful counterintuitive truths. That a nation is Strong when it cares for the weak. that it becomes Rich when it cares for the poor. It becomes invulnerable when it cares of the vulnerable thát is what makes great nations."

[@rickzw67]

Why,

[@kunikpiano]

Baruch Dayan Ha'Emet, Honorable Rabbi Sacks

[@PhilPhantom]

WOW! I got chills. So wise and inspirational.

[@michaelrabinovitch2120]

Rest In Peace Rabbi , your legacy is eternal 🙏🙏🙏🔯🔯🔯

[@lizgichora6472]

3 yrs and these truths still illuminate; friendship, loyalty, love and trust. The future us ' relationships, identity, responsibility'. Blessed memory always, 💜

[@naomielmaleh2534]

the world lost one of the greatest thought leaders of all time. His teachings and inspirations will be deeply missed - BDE

[@miledana925]

He was someone who simply cannot be forgotten. Rest in Peace Rabbi. ❤

[@brendaleichtnam8628]

What a wonderful human being. I loved listening to him. Rest in peace Rabbi Sacks.

[@alicefollett5495]

R.Sacks memory is most DEFINITELY a blessing. Amain

[@Eir88]

I must have listened to it at least 10 times, amazing!

[@crispychippy8997]

תודה רבה Amazing talk

[@j2248]

A brilliant man and thinker. The world is a darker place in his absence.

[@shoshannafachima1306]

Eloquent message that applies and must be carried out throughout the world May his memory be blessed

[@joellukewarriorforjesusthe293]

Love this man, Im a Christian and love the Jewish people very much

[@susanadiasjohnson457]

Every single lecture from you provides deep truth and healing. I am very grateful to have recently found your videos. Thank you so much.

[@alyssabender786]

Rest in Peace, brother. I was introduced to you not even a week ago. I am honored to have been moved so deeply within the last week of your human life. Thank you

[@maralynfarber2068]

Dear Rabbi, may your memory be for a blessing. Thank you for your luminous gifts.🙏❤️

[@soihof7635]

Wow Rabbi... Words of wisdom!! Wow..! Thanks tons, May Hashem blesss you with all the beruches in the world!!

[@yehudaatara6114]

He shows a positivity in as many people and things as possible while maintaining principles. It's all about having this incredible attitude.

[@DarcyTramEnglish]

This is the best talk that I've seen until now.

[@denisebraganza]

You are truly missed. A very wise and amazing rabbi

[@vinercent215]

Wow, this was an amazing talk!

[@VerdeART]

Its more on the poetic beautiful side of things... and yes, its an amazing one... but it still lacks the depth to find solutions and talk about the sacrifices needed in this modern day and era...

[@NICKA1B]

One of the best speeches Ich ever heard!!

[@christopheranderson3064]

"We can face the future without fear." Wonderful Rabbi just wonderful.

[@esterkrivkin4000]

Baruch Dayan Haemet, such fantastic talk, great Rabbi and thinker.

[@hundleypdx]

Thank you!!!!!! I feel blessed hearing your message!

[@michaeloverstreet986]

RIP Rabbi and thank you for your profound wisdom, knowledge and understanding.....selflessness!

[@donlyphans7801]

Woah he should run for president.. A compassionate leader who can listen to and work with both sides of the aisle

[@harlankrissoff9966]

Great idea Jangmo but since he is a British citizen he can't. Also as a clergyman it would violate the religious separation of church and state.

[@dakruise1]

harlan krissoff no it would not. A man of any faith can be president. The Constitution says congress shall not establish a religion. , that’s it.

[@stevegiguere2903]

RIP Rabbi! Such a great message.

[@paulmuthotho3854]

Great teaching from Rabbi o.b.m, his words will remain a light to many!

[@TheXtdesign]

Brilliant, clairvoyant Rabbi Sacks, you are dearly missed 🌻 🌞

[@beldonhuang]

Indeed, differences is what underpins diversity across cultures and societies around the world, and it is precisely what makes the world as interesting and fascinating as it is.

[@rejoicennedi]

I got chills😭 Sir, you will be missed.. Chief Rabbi Sacks

[@davidsamuelbaltuch5444]

This is wonderful thinking! What a great man he was! We are so blessed to have his speeches and writings.

[@yung5saint]

"A nation is strong, when it cares for the weak. A nation is rich, when it cares for the poor. And a nation is Invulnerable, when it takes care of its most vulnerable". This is everything.

[@williamjayaraj2244]

Great idea for all nations that dwell in the fear of the feature by Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks. Neither of the both extremes will help . One can disagree and yet can live side by side.

[@susanadiasjohnson457]

Rabbi Lord Sacks, we love you endlessly, we miss your physical presence, and we all are better humans for your having touched our life. Your every word is of truth so high that it becomes grace and poetry, such as in this speech where you speak to "the coreography of altruism". Your words will continue moving forward throughout all future generations.

[@stevelee3532]

Boy do we need to hear this today in America.

[@boon9034]

praise god for rabbi sack who give more inspiration to christians in England than any archbishop of canterbury in his life time

[@gregorymiles6457]

Yes, we live in what appears to be trying times throughout the 🌍. And, I agree we spend excessive hours worshiping the "I" and the "we", which is unfortunate. It is unfortunate because we miss out on connecting with others, who are not like "us". Thanks for recommending the importance of holding out our hands to others that are not like us; it is a great way to close the huge gap of polarization. Let's get back to "we the people". 👏

[@marie-joelleraussou]

I love this comment of telling a story, linking to the past and the identity, just not take it for granted.

[@olandohibbert5080]

It's the people not like us that help us grow. 🎓

[@psychedlife197]

Baruch Dayan Ha'emes, blessed is the true judge, God, who often does what we don't understand....Who is here to review rabbi sacks timeless message since his untimely passing?

[@eileensickel]

Thank you so much for this inspirational talk on this Shabbat night. Rest in peace, Rabbi. We will. Never forget you.

[@Drekromancer]

I needed this now more than ever. Thank you, Rabbi Sacks. זייל

[@kristine8338]

You are dearly missed Rabbi Sacks. If only you were with us in the flesh 🎗️🎗️🎗️.

[@Joseph.Abehsera]

So crazy to see how relevant this speech is today, more than 7 years later!

[@lizgichora6472]

Exceptional! What a Marvelous Speech, words of motivation in a present day. Thank you very much.

[@nickvoutsas5144]

Beautiful mind,beautiful soul beautiful we.

[@youruncle934]

A very real man saying very real things that the world needs to hear.

[@izakzenou3807]

such a short talk yet masterful powerful wisdom...im sold.

[@nelew6454]

"We can face any future without fear as long as we know we will not face it alone".

[@M-David-Hakoh]

Sounds like a brilliant guy.

[@modeaniets6000]

I still miss him, a Christian from Korea.

[@divemylollol6152]

If the whole world were like him the world would be a better place

[@peterjohnson1727]

If presidents, prime ministers and politicians held these views, shared that wisdom and gave that hope... our planet, our global community and future would be in safe hands.

[@JOSEFRAJOLA]

Very true words! I wonder many times tht we must talk more to other who think different instead being surrounded by people who think the same as what we think! We should not filter!

[@nikolaiknight3606]

An insightful message. Definitely worth the watch!

[@davidkeyes1205]

Wow, such a powerful talk!

[@bobinch7024]

Love your neighbors ❤ Love God

[@jelenaozgur8408]

Absolutely best TEDtalk ever!!! I am so grateful for the opportunity to hear it.

[@jonahs92]

24 x 62 Don't be a racist.

[@andersmyrbakk831]

24 x 62 please elaborate on how the message of accepting and including all types of people (political, religious, racial etc) and talking to them is jewish bait?

[@ثايباس]

You start with a good question, which is easier asked than answered. I suppose another way to ask it is, What do we hold sacred? What do we set aside as special and holy.

[@nihilisticone4215]

Very enlightening and moving. I'm glad I didn't skip this TED talk because I'm an atheist, and he was wearing the little Rabbi beanie :p

[@hammad2099]

Nihilistic One it’s called a kippah 😝

[@janethockey9070]

Nihilistic One Jewish wisdom is great

[@Gaish]

"rabbi beanie" is now my new favorite word for the kippah lol

[@AmeerHamza-cy6km]

I Agree with that the humans collectively are responsible for their actions but they still need a leader.

[@AnninaXD]

You will be missed Johnatan Sacks. ברוך דיין האמת

[@sharonsamtur4034]

Magnificent!!!!!!! thank you Rabbi Sacks

[@supershmueli]

😪 RIP R’Sacks

[@cristankj]

This is the best I have heard in my life. My respect to Judaism and to the Jews around the world.

[@moamin.aljaro]

Wow for the Talk Wow for the comments :/ Peace for us all.

[@AnimalAce]

I know right! Wow for the talk and......uhhhh for the comments.

[@myrnalane2009]

I loved this!!

[@AbdallahBotan]

great talk, thanks Mr. Sacks.

[@yulianbotache5722]

"Es la gente que no es como nosotros la que nos ayuda a crecer."

[@Geniusignotus]

A great man.... started following him about 2 months ago... And he dies just yesterday

[@alexrao3504]

Best Ted talk I have ever listened to.

[@alextorresc_]

Great speech! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@SecondActswithMarco]

The US of Identity. The US of Responsibility. WE the People

[@oriti3730]

A prophet & peacemaker of our time.

[@LiquidSith]

If we all would just act on the thought of calling our Mother, Father, loved ones.. Love one, love all, forgive our enemies and remind each and everyone in our lives to just breathe.. and have a moment to forgive, reflect, never forget.. never forget to breathe.

[@marie-joelleraussou]

Very moving...

[@tammygouletschrader8785]

Who cares what religion he is. He has alot of wisdom to share. Save your negitive comments.

[@armandoc.3150]

Right? They always get mad about whatever hat you got on.

[@foreal.4119]

Wow!! I need some of this man's wisdom!

[@erea3355]

A real hero

[@idkman2633]

"The only one who will save us from ourselves is We, the people. ALL of us together."

[@tty2020]

Very inspiring!

[@edgarphysio]

Amazing talk

[@beatrizkamer]

O mundo ficou mais feio...sem a presença carismática desta pessoa que acrescentava tanto para nossas vidas...

[@mysterio952]

we can face the future without fear, together with beer

[@uhnah5099]

Fabian, you've got my vote for president. Free beer for all!!!

[@jennychuang808]

Fabian del Rosario Baldur You must be Aussie !

[@anonymike8280]

Beer does more than Milton can, to justify God's way to man - Housman