Wrestling and Dreaming: Engaging Discussions on Judaism

In this week's podcast, Rabbi Dobrusin shares a commentary on a text in the Talmud which is truly upsetting. That the commentary comes from an honored and reliable source makes it even more upsetting. The subject is one which we should be considering seriously in this time of Teshuvah, repentance, before Rosh Hashana and Yom Kippur. 

In this episode, Rabbi Dobrusin examines the traditions regarding a verse in this week's Torah portion. And, of course, it begins with some words about the newest member of his household. 

In this episode, Rabbi Dobrusin shares some questions we might consider as we begin the process of Teshuvah: repentance. 

Rabbi Dobrusin shares thoughts on the concept of teshuva: repentance, as we approach the High Holy Days. What should frame of mind should we be in as we engage in teshuva? 

In this episode, Rabbi Dobrusin discusses two different ways of remembering something or someone we have lost. 

In this episode, Rabbi Dobrusin shares thoughts on a critical verse in this week's Torah portion. 

In this edition, Rabbi Dobrusin considers a question concerning the observance of the fast day of Tisha B'av this year. 

Rabbi Dobrusin gives a personal perspective on one of the most important of all human experiences. 

Rabbi Dobrusin explains a liturgical tradition which is based upon a section of this week's Torah portion.

This brief podcast is an addendum to this week's edition of Wrestling and Dreaming. 

In this episode, Rabbi Dobrusin offers a perspective on two Torah stories which have an unusual connection. 

In this edition, Rabbi Dobrusin considers the major issue in our nation with a thought about the Torah portion of the week. 

In this episode, Rabbi Dobrusin discusses the recent decision by the State of Louisiana legislature regarding the placing of the 10 commandments in public school classrooms. 

In this episode, Rabbi Dobrusin gives his answer to the question that he asked at the conclusion of last week's podcast. This is the 200th episode of the podcast and Rabbi Dobrusin ends this week's edition with some thoughts on the podcast as a whole. 

In this episode, Rabbi Dobrusin introduces a commentary by Rashi which he finds particularly intriguing. The commentary has many implications, some of which Rabbi Dobrusin will discuss next week in a special 200th episode of Wrestling and Dreaming. 

In this episode, Rabbi Dobrusin considers the place of Shavuot in the order of the festivals of the year. 

In this episode, Rabbi Dobrusin continues discussing the personal prayers of some of the Talmudic Rabbis. These prayers carry messages which are critical to us today. 

In this episode, Rabbi Dobrusin shares some thoughts on beautiful personal prayers which are found in the Talmud. 

This is a special edition of the podcast. This episode, as you will hear, particularly comes from the heart. After listening, please go to the website robdobrusin.com for further thoughts. 

In this edition of the podcast, Rabbi Dobrusin shares some thoughts on the tense situation on college campuses today. 

In this episode, Rabbi Dobrusin shares his thoughts on witnessing the Solar Eclipse and considers its implications for our thinking about the upcoming holiday of Pesach. 

In this week's episode, Rabbi Dobrusin shares his thoughts on this year's observance of the Pesach Seder.  

In this episode, Rabbi Dobrusin celebrates one of the most majestic of all creations. 

In this edition of the podcast, Rabbi Dobrusin celebrates this special day. 

In this edition of Wrestling and Dreaming, Rabbi Dobrusin asks questions that we should think about as we prepare to celebrate the holiday of Purim.