A biography for Ephraim Mirvishasn’t been written yet.
“Human beings are partners of the Almighty in bringing life into the world, and we are his partners also in healing.”
“Anyone who truly understands what apartheid was cannot possibly look around Israel today and honestly claim there is any kind of parity.”
“Let no Jew, regardless of their circumstances, feel that he or she cannot experience that unique moment of peace when Shabbat begins.”
“My track record is that I have always sought to work with warmth and in a constructive way with the leaders of other components of the Jewish faith.”
“Free speech may be a right, but only by using it as a force for good in the world do we make it a virtue.”
“In the face of death, we will continue to choose and sanctify life.”
“While silence can in some circumstances bespeak noble self-control, it can also signify suppression, oblivion or cowardice.”
“'Rabbi' means 'teacher,' and I see the role of chief rabbi as chief teacher.”