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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

Apr 11, 2023
Apr 11, 2023
5 min
In this episode, Rabbi Dobrusin considers some thoughts for the end of the holiday of Pesach.

Apr 4, 2023
Apr 4, 2023
7 min
In this episode, Rabbi Dobrusin considers the meaning of the ritual of the Afikoman and explains a term that is critical to the appreciation of the Pesach Seder.

Mar 29, 2023
Mar 29, 2023
12 min
In this edition of the podcast, Rabbi Dobrusin discusses the traditions relating to the recitation of the 10 plagues during the Pesach Seder.

Mar 23, 2023
Mar 23, 2023
11 min
In this edition, Rabbi Dobrusin continues his discussion on parts of the Haggadah and the Seder. The text he teaches presents an interesting idea by the use of one Hebrew letter.

Mar 16, 2023
Mar 16, 2023
10 min
In this edition of the podcast, Rabbi Dobrusin discusses the text which serves as the basis for the telling of the story of the Exodus at the Pesach Seder.

Mar 9, 2023
Mar 9, 2023
12 min
In this edition of the podcast, Rabbi Dobrusin recounts an experience which, in retrospect, might have had an influence on his vision of the rabbinate.

Mar 2, 2023
Mar 2, 2023
12 min
In this episode, Rabbi Dobrusin relates a rabbinic fable about the story of Esther. What can we learn from this story and a reference to it in a liturgical tradition related to Purim?

Feb 13, 2023
Feb 13, 2023
9 min
In this edition of the podcast, Rabbi Dobrusin considers the importance and relevance of a value that is emphasized frequently and passionately in the Torah.

Feb 9, 2023
Feb 9, 2023
14 min
In this edition of the podcast, Rabbi Dobrusin teaches a section from the Mishna which considers the question of the extent of a person's responsibility for an unintentional act.

Feb 2, 2023
Feb 2, 2023
13 min
In this edition of the podcast, Rabbi Dobrusin connects a charming aggadah (legend) told by an ancient rabbi about the crossing of the Sea with a memory from his youth. It is a beautiful memory which he shares with many people who grew up in Brookline, Massachusetts. After you listen to the podcast, please make sure to watch this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JnzF2Rjtje8&t=43s