One has to be intelectually trustworthy and have an extensive knowledge of Jewish tradition to be able to comment on the Torah. One can not be afraid of either introducing new insights or of accepting the wisdom that has been accepted for centuries. The text has to be approached methodically as well as critically, with creativity and sensitivity. Everyone has some of these virtues; therefore everyone can study Torah. Konstanty Gebert has all these attributes, and his commentaries introduce us to the profound truth of the Torah. His commentaries obey the commandment, legadil Tora ulehadir, that is, `that the Torah be great and glorious.`
The Chief Rabbi of Poland
Michael Schudrich
