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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
Wednesday Jul 05, 2023
Episode 155: Justice, Goodness and Humility
Wednesday Jul 05, 2023
Wednesday Jul 05, 2023
Micah 6:6 is one of the most well known verses in the books of the Prophets. In this edition of Wrestling and Dreaming, Rabbi Dobrusin shares an interpretation of this verse and reflects on its relevance for today.
Thursday Jun 29, 2023
Episode 154: Hannah’s Prayer
Thursday Jun 29, 2023
Thursday Jun 29, 2023
In this episode, Rabbi Dobrusin teaches an astounding text from the Talmud and considers its implications.
Thursday Jun 22, 2023
Episode 153: Saying No
Thursday Jun 22, 2023
Thursday Jun 22, 2023
In this episode, Rabbi Dobrusin shares from his experiences and from traditional Jewish tales that address the issue of how rabbis can navigate situations in which observance of Jewish Law is seen as a detriment to an individual.
Thursday Jun 15, 2023
Episode 152: A Welcome Statement
Thursday Jun 15, 2023
Thursday Jun 15, 2023
In this episode, Rabbi Dobrusin shares thoughts on the recently released White House Strategy against Anti-Semitism.
Thursday Jun 08, 2023
Episode 151: Invitations: Given and Accepted
Thursday Jun 08, 2023
Thursday Jun 08, 2023
In this edition of Wrestling and Dreaming, Rabbi Dobrusin shares a thought on a verse from this week's Haftarah (reading from the Prophets). How has one prophet expanded and improved the words of a prior prophet?
Thursday Jun 01, 2023
Episode 150: A Mysterious Dot
Thursday Jun 01, 2023
Thursday Jun 01, 2023
In this episode, Rabbi Dobrusin explores the potential meaning of one word in this week's Torah portion. The word is spelled in an unusual way and can provide us with an intriguing idea.
Wednesday May 24, 2023
Episode 149: Cheesecake!
Wednesday May 24, 2023
Wednesday May 24, 2023
In this episode, Rabbi Dobrusin discusses one of the most popular traditions of the holiday of Shavuot.
Wednesday May 17, 2023
Episode 148: A Single Hour
Wednesday May 17, 2023
Wednesday May 17, 2023
In this episode, Rabbi Dobrusin teaches texts which can help us to consider how we judge other people's actions.
Thursday May 11, 2023
Episode 147:The Meaning of Bar and Bat Mitzvah
Thursday May 11, 2023
Thursday May 11, 2023
In recognition of the 55th anniversary of his Bar Mitzvah, Rabbi Dobrusin shares his thoughts on the meaning of Bar and Bat Mitzvah for our young people and for families. (This is a repeat edition of the podcast from 2021).
Thursday May 04, 2023
Episode 146: In Memory Of Rabbi Harold Kushner
Thursday May 04, 2023
Thursday May 04, 2023
In this episode, Rabbi Dobrusin considers an idea which changed the way many people think about God and honors the man who most clearly taught this idea to all of us.