Faith, Success, and Memory: The Power of Shabbat and Legacy with Daniel Turgel

Lessons For Life by Rabbi Jonathan Tawil by Rabbi Jonathan Tawil

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In this powerful and deeply personal episode, Daniel Turgel — partner at White & Case, one of the world’s top international law firms — opens up about the faith and discipline that shaped his journey.

Daniel shares how Shabbat became the anchor that kept him grounded in a world of relentless pressure and ambition — and how choosing faith over convenience became the foundation of his success. From navigating high-stakes legal challenges to standing firm when told “Your Sabbath or your career,” his story is a living example of how Torah values can illuminate even the most demanding environments.

But Daniel’s message goes beyond career and achievement. Reflecting on the legacy of his grandparents, survivors of Bergen-Belsen, he reminds us of the sacred responsibility to keep ... 

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