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Experience the Rav

by Rabbi Avi Bossewitch

In this podcast, Rabbi Bossewitch presents a condensed version of Rabbi Joseph B. Soloveitchik's lectures from the 1960s and 1970s (in Boston), which typically lasted 2 1/2 hours. These legendary lectures primarily covered Biblical personalities, Jewish Holidays, and Jewish Philosophy. The Rav presented a singular exegetical style as a master Darshan and often drew out underlying themes from minute details. Each episode also includes original audio excerpts from the Rav. Additionally, the goal is to engage a global community of Rav enthusiasts. New episodes released on the 1st of the month. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/avi-bossewitch4/support

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Episodes

  1. S1:E6 Season Finale: The Torah Weltanschauung [Rashi on Genesis 1:1]

    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/…

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  2. S1:E5 Defying Gravity [Avraham - Rambam Hilchot Avoda Zara 1:2]

    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...

  3. S1:E4 Bonus Material B: More Mitzvot that are rooted in Divine Revelation

    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...

  4. S1:E4 Bonus Material A: Mitzvot that are rooted in Divine Revelation

    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...

  5. S1:E4 Bonus - Rav audio clip - Divine Revelation

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

  6. S1:E4 Divine Revelation [Shavuot: Shemot 24 1-8]

    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…

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  7. S1:E3 Two different types of slavery and redemption [Haggada]

    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...

  8. S1:E2 Mountains [Moshe Part 1 Exodus 19:3]

    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...

  9. S1:E1 Human progress [Kayin Part 1 Genesis 4:16]

    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...

  10. S1:E0 Introduction to 'Experience the Rav'

    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...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

In this podcast, Rabbi Bossewitch presents a condensed version of Rabbi Joseph B. Soloveitchik's lectures from the 1960s and 1970s (in Boston), which typically lasted 2 1/2 hours. These legendary lectures primarily covered Biblical personalities, Jewish Holidays, and Jewish Philosophy. The Rav presented a singular exegetical style as a master Darshan and often drew out underlying themes from minute details. Each episode also includes original audio excerpts from the Rav. Additionally, the goal is to engage a global community of Rav enthusiasts. New episodes released on the 1st of the month. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/avi-bossewitch4/support

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Rabbi Avi Bossewitch

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Experience the Rav currently has 10 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.

What is Experience the Rav about?

In this podcast, Rabbi Bossewitch presents a condensed version of Rabbi Joseph B. Soloveitchik's lectures from the 1960s and 1970s (in Boston), which typically lasted 2 1/2 hours. These legendary lectures primarily covered Biblical personalities, Jewish Holidays, and Jewish Philosophy. The Rav...

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Experience the Rav is created and hosted by Rabbi Avi Bossewitch.
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