Rabbi Samson Raphael Hirsch (This Week in Jewish History) Dr. Henry Abramson

Rabbi Samson Raphael Hirsch (1808-1888) articulated a strategy to allow Jews their traditional observances while participating activelly in the modern world. Criticized from both the left and the right, his thought remains highly influential into the 21st century. Part of the “This Week in Jewish History” series by Dr. Henry Abramson. More videos available at www.jewishhistorylectures.org.