For many years, Rabbi Pinchas Goldschmidt has played a leading role in Jewish life in Europe. In these essays and speeches, he connects Judaism with some of the most pressing social, moral, and spiritual challenges of our time. Rabbi Goldschmidt's voice is an important one, always interesting and highly noteworthy. This is a fascinating collection of essays from one of the most significant representatives of Judaism today. His voice deserves to be heard by all those willing to listen to his words of insight and wisdom. I dare say: prophetic words! Rabbi Pinchas Goldschmidt is a man of deep wisdom. His intelligence and insights are reflected in his writings. We all benefit immensely from his collected works.