Abraham Heschel

Theologian and civil rights activist

Abraham Joshua Heschel was a Polish-American rabbi, theologian, and civil rights activist. He was a prominent figure in the American Jewish community and a vocal advocate for social justice. Heschel was a key figure in the movement against the Vietnam War and was a close friend and advisor to Martin Luther King Jr. He is best known for his writings on Jewish mysticism and his advocacy for human rights.