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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 29, 2021
Thursday Jul 29, 2021
In this episode of the podcast, Rabbi Dobrusin shares thoughts on a commentary by Rashi on this week's Torah portion. What impact can a miracle mentioned by Moses have on our lives as Jews?
Thursday Jul 22, 2021
Thursday Jul 22, 2021
In this episode, Rabbi Dobrusin discusses the most important statement in Jewish tradition.
Thursday Jul 15, 2021
Thursday Jul 15, 2021
In this episode, Rabbi Dobrusin continues the discussion about the tradition of Bar and Bat Mitzvah by discussing the meaning that the milestone and the rituals can have for adolescents and for their parents and families.
Thursday Jul 08, 2021
Thursday Jul 08, 2021
In this episode, Rabbi Dobrusin begins a series of podcasts on life cycle events as viewed by Jewish tradition. This is the first of a two part podcast episode on the tradition of Bar and Bat Mitzvah. What do these words actually mean and how should they be used?
Thursday Jul 01, 2021
Thursday Jul 01, 2021
In this episode, Rabbi Dobrusin discusses the difficult issue of abortion from the perspective of Jewish law and thought.
Wednesday Jun 23, 2021
Wednesday Jun 23, 2021
Aaron, Moses' brother, is a central figure in the Torah. While he is best known as the first High Priest, the rabbinic tradition saw Aaron as a critical figure in the life of the people for a different reason. In this episode, Rabbi Dobrusin speaks about this characteristic of Aaron which is critical for us in our lives as leaders.
Thursday Jun 17, 2021
Thursday Jun 17, 2021
In this week's episode, Rabbi Dobrusin shares some insights as we prepare to read the story of the sin which effectively ended Moses' leadership of the people.
Wednesday Jun 09, 2021
Wednesday Jun 09, 2021
In this episode, Rabbi Dobrusin discusses two traditional rabbinic commentaries on a story in the book of Numbers. The commentaries show how this Torah story has relevance for our lives today.
Thursday Jun 03, 2021
Thursday Jun 03, 2021
In this episode, Rabbi Dobrusin shares his thoughts on two issues prominent in the minds of American Jews today: the rise of anti-Semitism and anti-Semitic actions in our country and our connection with the State of Israel.
Thursday May 27, 2021
Thursday May 27, 2021
In an earlier episode of the podcast, Rabbi Dobrusin discussed the symbolism of windows which remind us to be cognizant of changes in the world which we might miss if we lock ourselves into religious tradition. In this episode, he comments on the Jewish tradition that one should only play in a room which has windows. What can this mean for our houses of worship as we return to gathering as communities?