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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
Monday Oct 09, 2023
Monday Oct 09, 2023
Brief thoughts in the wake of this weekend's horrific terrorist attacks.
Thursday Oct 05, 2023
Thursday Oct 05, 2023
In this edition of the podcast, Rabbi Dobrusin discusses a message inherent in one of the readings for the holiday of Simchat Torah.
Thursday Sep 28, 2023
Thursday Sep 28, 2023
As we approach the festival of Sukkot, known as z'man simchataynu, the "time of our joy", Rabbi Dobrusin shares some thoughts on enjoying life from the perspective of Jewish tradition.
Thursday Sep 07, 2023
Thursday Sep 07, 2023
Rabbi Dobrusin concludes his interpretation of the text he has been discussing in the past 3 episodes with thoughts for the upcoming High Holy Day season.
Thursday Aug 31, 2023
Thursday Aug 31, 2023
In this edition, Rabbi Dobrusin continues his interpretation of the text presented in the last two episodes.
Thursday Aug 24, 2023
Thursday Aug 24, 2023
Rabbi Dobrusin continues his discussion of the surprisingly meaningful text that he began in last week's episode.
Thursday Aug 17, 2023
Thursday Aug 17, 2023
This week we begin the month of Elul, the month dedicated to repentance in preparation for the High Holy Days. In this edition, Rabbi Dobrusin shares a truly remarkable (and entertaining) text and gives the first part of his commentary on the meaning the text can have for our lives.
Thursday Aug 10, 2023
Thursday Aug 10, 2023
In this edition of the podcast, Rabbi Dobrusin considers the issue of capital punishment in light of the sentence given to the perpetrator of the horrendous attack at the Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburgh.
Thursday Aug 03, 2023
Thursday Aug 03, 2023
Rabbi Dobrusin considers the distinction between talking about doing something and actually doing it by discussing the different ways the Sh'ma is said during the synagogue service. This edition of the podcast also has a reference to a one of his favorite comedy movies.
Tuesday Jul 25, 2023
Tuesday Jul 25, 2023
Rabbi Dobrusin shares a sermon on the subject of mourning, appropriate for the week of the fast day of Tisha B'av.