Lionel Blue, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

    

Lionel Blue

British Reform rabbi, journalist and broadcaster

Date of Birth: 06-Feb-1930

Place of Birth: London Borough of Hackney, England, United Kingdom

Date of Death: 19-Dec-2016

Profession: writer, rabbi, television presenter, theologian, radio personality

Nationality: United Kingdom

Zodiac Sign: Aquarius


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About Lionel Blue

  • Lionel Blue, (6 February 1930 – 19 December 2016) was a British Reform rabbi, journalist and broadcaster, described by The Guardian as "one of the most respected religious figures in the UK".
  • He was best known for his longstanding work with the media, most notably his wry and gentle sense of humour on Thought for the Day on BBC Radio 4's Today programme.
  • He was the first British rabbi publicly to declare his homosexuality.

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