S1:E0 Introduction to 'Experience the Rav'

This episode is adapted from a lecture given October 19, 1974 entitled Bereishis. This episode focuses on three key ideas: 1. The Weltanschauung of Torah 2. The two distinct realms of Torah 3. The nature of Israel If you enjoyed this episode, please go to  https://experiencetherav.com/contact-2/ and contact me to join the global community of Rav enthusiasts and to inquire about sponsorship opportunities.

This episode is adapted from a lecture given October 26, 1974 entitled Avraham. In this episode, I will explain 3 key ideas: 1.  Defying gravity 2. Two opposing worldviews with catastrophic results. 3. Avraham as the pillar of the world. If you enjoyed this episode, please go to https://experiencetherav.com/contact-2/ and contact me to join the global community of Rav enthusiasts and to inquire about sponsorship opportunities.

This bonus material is adapted from a lecture given June 4, 1978 entitled Ten Commandments. In this bonus material on Episode 4, I will build on Gilui Shechina by identifying 3 More Mitzvot that have Divine Revelation at their core. If you enjoyed this episode, please go to https://experiencetherav.com/contact-2/ and contact me to join the global community of Rav enthusiasts and to inquire about sponsorship opportunities.

This bonus material is adapted from a lecture given June 4, 1978 entitled Ten Commandments. In this bonus material on Episode 4, I will build on Gilui Shechina by identifying 2 Mitzvot that have Divine Revelation at their core. If you enjoyed this episode, please go to https://experiencetherav.com/contact-2/ and contact me to join the global community of Rav enthusiasts and to inquire about sponsorship opportunities.

S1:E4 Bonus - Rav audio clip - Divine Revelation transformed Jews from Avadim to Mamleches Kohanim V'Goy Kadosh

This episode is adapted from a lecture given June 4, 1978 entitled 'Ten Commandments'. In this episode on Shavuot, I will present 3 key ideas related to the giving of the Torah: Why is Shavuot called Yom Ha'Atzeret by Chazal? What are the two aspects of Matan Torah? Were the Jews actually Jews when they received the Torah? This episode is dedicated in recognition of the 3rd Yahrzeit of Kenneth Bossewitch, Akiva Ben Avraham z'l and marking the 30th Yahrzeit of Rabbi Joseph B. Soloveitchik z"tl. If you enjoyed this episode, please go to https://experiencetherav.com/contact-2/ and contact me to join the global community of Rav enthusiasts and for sponsorship opportunities

In this episode, I will present 3 powerful ideas from the Rav: 1. 2 different types of slavery [Avadim L'Pharoh vs. Avdei Pharoh] 2. 2 different types of redemption [Me'Eretz Mitzrayim vs. Mi'Mitzrayim] 3. 2 different parts of the Seder [Pre and Post meal] This episode is adapted from a lecture given by Rabbi Joseph B. Soloveitchik on April 14, 1973 entitled “Haggada”. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to go to www.experiencetherav in the contact tab to be added to the growing group of Rav enthusiasts.

In this episode, I will present 2 powerful ideas from the Rav: 1. The symbolism of mountains in Jewish theology 2. Moshe’s great surprise at the base of Har Sinai This episode is adapted from a lecture given by Rabbi Joseph B. Soloveitchik on June 9, 1973 entitled “Moses message to women”.  If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to go to www.experiencetherav in the contact tab to be added to the growing group of Rav enthusiasts.

In this episode, the Rav analyzed one of the lesser-studied personalities in the Chumash, Kayin.  The episode looks at 3 key themes: 1. Symbolism of the movement of the sun 2. Human Regress & Progress 3. Symbolism of spirituality residing in the West This episode is sponsored by Rabbi Jonathan and Mashi Gross in memory of Mashi's late grandfather, Alfred Bien, Aharon Shimshon Ben Zalman z'l. This episode is adapted from a lecture given March 3, 1973.   If you enjoyed this episode, please go to https://experiencetherav.com/contact-2/ and contact me to join the global community.

In this episode, I will introduce myself, tell the listener how I came to the Rav's Torah, share a brief biography of the Rav, and explain the goals of the podcast. This introduction is dedicated in memory of Abe and Marilyn Levovitz, close friends and staunch supporters of the Rav.  Please go to www.experiencetherav.com and contact me to join the global community.