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This podcast features thoughts on issues of Jewish tradition and faith by Rabbi Rob Dobrusin from Ann Arbor, Michigan. Presented in informal and conversational style, Rabbi Dobrusin shares his interpretations of traditional Jewish texts and concepts often illustrated with examples taken from contemporary life. The discussions are designed to be accessible and thought-provoking to all.
Episodes
Thursday Jul 28, 2022
Thursday Jul 28, 2022
In this episode, Rabbi Dobrusin discusses a critical Jewish concept in light of a truly remarkable recent event.
Thursday Jul 21, 2022
Thursday Jul 21, 2022
In this episode, Rabbi Dobrusin considers the Torah narrative concerning Pinchas in the light of today's world.
Thursday Jul 14, 2022
Thursday Jul 14, 2022
In this episode, Rabbi Dobrusin shares a sermon he delivered on this week's Torah portion more than 15 years ago. The subject was thoughts on the rise of anti-Semitic rhetoric in the United States. Given all that we as Jews and our nation in general have experienced over the intervening years, does the message and tone of the sermon still have the same impact? Would the subject be approached differently in light of the events of recent years?
Thursday Jul 07, 2022
Thursday Jul 07, 2022
In this episode, Rabbi Dobrusin discusses the recent Supreme Court Decision regarding prayer.
Thursday Jun 30, 2022
Thursday Jun 30, 2022
In this episode, Rabbi Dobrusin reflects on two different issues: the recent Supreme Court decision and a phrase from this week's Torah portion.
Wednesday Jun 22, 2022
Wednesday Jun 22, 2022
In this episode, Rabbi Dobrusin discusses a trip he took recently which affirmed a perspective concerning what it means to be a person of faith. Please also read the accompanying blog posting at http://www.robdobrusin.com/two-beautiful-parks-two-important-perspectives/
Thursday Jun 09, 2022
Thursday Jun 09, 2022
In this episode, Rabbi Dobrusin answers the question he asked in last week's edition of the podcast, concluding the discussion concerning the role obligation to Jewish law should play in our lives.
Thursday Jun 02, 2022
Thursday Jun 02, 2022
In the first of this two part episode, Rabbi Dobrusin discusses the issue of obligation to the observance of Shabbat. He describes an incident from his life and considers the lessons one can learn from that experience.
Thursday May 26, 2022
Thursday May 26, 2022
We are all responsible. In this week's episode of the podcast Rabbi Dobrusin addresses a critically serious issue our nation faces.
Thursday May 19, 2022
Thursday May 19, 2022
In this episode, Rabbi Dobrusin discusses his love of mountains and his experiences climbing several different mountains with an emphasis on one particular mountain in Jewish tradition.