Principles

Philosophy of Chief Rabbi Isaac Sacca · Year 5786

These twelve principles encapsulate the philosophical and spiritual vision of Chief Rabbi Isaac Sacca.
They serve as a guide to understanding the essence of Jewish thought and its application to contemporary life.

The good of all creation is the ultimate goal

The essential purpose of life is to do good — with everyone and for everyone. To achieve this, one must also learn to do good to oneself. Leer más

Reason is the guide of the spirit

Spirituality should not be confused with mystical dysfunctions or imaginings that contradict reason and the natural balance of the soul. The Divine does not nullify reason — it enlightens it.

Life as a sacred mission

Every human life is a sacred mandate. Each person bears the Divine image (tzelem Elohim), and their freedom is inseparably bound to responsibility, service to others, and the common good.

The principle of double goodness

Every action, to be truly right, must be good for oneself and good for others. This is the fundamental ethical formula for living with purpose and balance.

Living with awareness and gratitude

Existence is a gift. Living with full awareness and gratitude for the wonder of being elevates every moment into an act of faith and recognition.

Educating through respect and understanding

Valuing every human being and every situation means recognizing their nature, inclinations, and way of feeling. To educate is to accompany, not to impose; it is to show paths, not to force them.

The Torah as a defense of life

To live by the Torah means understanding that Divine law protects life, family, community, and society. Its purpose is not to restrict, but to preserve and elevate.

Unity in diversity

Promoting the unity of all human beings—while respecting their different abilities, perspectives, and cultures—is the proper way to understand God. Diversity does not threaten truth; it enriches it.

Dialogue and cooperation

Interreligious dialogue and civic cooperation are natural expressions of a mature faith. Listening to others and working together for the common good are acts of holiness.

Education

The path toward a better future is both practical and pedagogical: to cultivate the mind, educate the heart, and forge character. It means prioritizing what unites us, building bridges, and being present wherever there is need.

Against sectarianism

voiding fanaticism, division, and exclusion — which destroy the richness of cultural and spiritual diversity — is the right path. The plurality of ideas and sensibilities is part of the Divine design for humanity’s development.

Service as an expression of gratitude

Promoting educational and social projects that strengthen the family, the community, and society is the practical manifestation of faith. To serve others is, in itself, the Jewish way of giving thanks for life.