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Bernard Henri Levy has, for three decades, charmed and infuriated French intellectuals with his outspoken views on left wing and right wing politics, human rights and the state of Israel. He is a star public intellectual, teaches, writes and speaks publicly – recently devoting much time to the crises in such places as Darfur.

Bernard Henri Levy

What exactly is the Jewish moral imperative? The answer to this question is the essence of this interview. What do the Jewish people have to offer to those who suffer all over the world? Does Judaism compel one to become involved in humanitarian issues? How can Judaism teach about modesty in politics? Famous French philosopher, Bernard Henri Levy, has some answers...