The Rabbi and I

People Who Are Hurt, Hurt Other People. That is exactly what we are witnessing in the Hamas Israel war. Whether the hurt is real or perceived, that person will respond by hurting others. And when those seeking vengeance go unchecked we are witnessing the results. Hamas Seeks Vengeance on Israel.

We all want to know where we go after our mortal life ends. You can finally find out with this podcast. Death only ends our material lives

Time to reinstate the Biblical concept of an eye for an eye. If you take Scripture literally then it’s time to support equal justice. Equal Justice, What is done to you should be done to the criminal.

All of us are intelligent, humans are not stupid by nature. Unfortunately some of suspend our native intelligence and believe things that are patently untrue and inconsistent with known reality. Don’t suspend your intelligence

Spending your time doing nothing is required. The idea that we must always be doing something is destroying us. Whether it is an hour, a day or a weekend doing nothing is healthy. How is working 24/7 working out for you?Join Jimmy Buffet in Margaritaville

Be careful around people who use sacred literature to promote, support, or defend a particular position or idea. Start with the text, what does it mean, In what context was it written, etc. Don’t be seduced by someone who has an idea and then uses Scripture to support that idea. The Scriptures are truth and they are not true

The Sate Of Israel was established to be a homeland for all Jews, not just those deemed acceptable by a select group. The government of Israel is off the rails and yes as an American Jew I can criticize Israel. And I can withhold my support because Israel is not just another nation, it stands for the teachings of the Hebrew prophets. Palestine & Israel Two Countries At Peace

Find the GPS that will guide you to God. No organized religion controls the road to God. There are many paths to serenity and there is a GPS that will guide you. A spiritual road requires your own GPS

I belong to a valid religion, while you belong to a cult. From the inside ever cult looks like a religion. Today many religions are turning into cults and followers aren’t noticing. Religion as Cult, No Questions Asked

Ruth Handler was the daughter of Polish-Jewish immigrants. Barbie made he debut in 1959 named after Ruth’s daughter Barbara. No question, Barbie is Jewish and represents an independent, free thinking woman. Not dependent on men dictating who she can be or what she can do.Barbie Represents The 21st Century Jewish Woman

Being civil to others is not just a Jewish virtue. Christianity and Islam promote peace in our relationships. The Congress would accomplish more for the common good by being civil and respectful to each member.

Saving a life is a prime directive in Judaism, this includes your own life. Have pride in being Jewish and use discretion when to wear Jewish symbols. Wear your Chai, Mezuzzah, hamsa, Star of David, or other Jewish symbol when safe!

Faith requires proof and evidence. What is your proof and evidence for accepting something on faith?Blind Faith Leads To Cults

Time for a word from our sponsors.

Every politician knows that they are going to have a good day when they can find someone to blame! Stir up hate and blame to get elected. Mix in inaction and obstruction and you have the makings of a successful politician.

First they blamed Rock and Roll, then they blamed video games, and now they blame social media! Stop blaming in order to get votes. Solve problems instead of being divisive. ban books, then ban movies, then ban TikTok, then ban everything

Who’s afraid of TikTok, not me. All the information you need about me is in the podcast. No reason to ban TikTok, why bother. It’s me Rabbi Block tells all.

You have now spent 18 minutes being Jewish. Perhaps you want to spend more time being Jewish. Nothing is stopping you from being Jewish as often as you like. As my sneakers tell me “just do it!”

No one is too tough to love. “Tough Love” is an excuse to abuse your children. Love means loving them for who they are and not claiming to love them when you are actually abusing them.

Observing the rituals is not the goal to being Jewish, embracing them is what makes you Jewish. Use the rituals as a guide, a reminder of how you need to act. Embrace the meaning of the rituals and live them.

Time to reign in your spending. Using credit in an emergency may be required, but not as a source of entertainment. Be happy spending what you have.

It is Jewish to live within your means. Moderation in lifestyle leads to a better and happier life.

Is the need for external validation driving you crazy? Are you tired of seeing pictures of your friends eating a salad? Cheer up, Maslow’s hierarchy of needs will save you.

Remembering the past and sharing it is a way to be Jewish. Your Jewish past will become your future so don’t forget it.

Having a hard time focusing? Easily distracted? As a society we are loosing the ability to stay on track. Anything is more interesting than what we are presently doing. Now is the Best Moment to Be In

Being Jewish in 30 seconds means being open to changes. Judaism survived because it changed and adapted to new ideas. Otherwise we would still be sacrificing animals!

You read my title Rabbi and immediately you think you know exactly what I believe and how I will act. Stop jumping to conclusions based on minimal knowledge. Stay open, watch, & listen before you draw conclusions.

Circumcision or Brit Milah is a ritual made up of 2 parts. A medical procedure and a spiritual covenant ceremony. The medical procedure I.e. the circumcision can be done in the hospital and the spiritual ceremony can be done anytime after birth.

Pride is a good thing until it becomes excessive. Before it is too late reign in your human hubris. Greek mythology teaches us what happens when hubris goes uncontrolled.

The goal of dating is finding someone that you are compatible with. Don’t limit your dates because of someone’s religion. Jews Can Date Nonjews, Interfaith Dating is Okay

Why pay more when I will sell you the secret to life for only a dollar! Why so cheap you ask? Because I live the secret and want to share it, not make a profit.

Be amazed by what is around you. Balance your daily activities with paying attention to all of creation.

We humans take our relationships for granted and the when they are over we regret not having more time. Without being morbid say goodbye.

Blessing your children once a week will have noticeable results.

Santa Clause said it best, “be good for goodness sake”. Fear of hell and the reward of heaven have not made the world a better place. It is time to listen to Santa Clause.

Reading 3 verses from the Torah or the Bible only takes 30 seconds. Being Jewish means studying 3 verses of Torah.

Some religions accept art openly while others shun all and every form of art. Why do religions have an art problem? Is there really a problem?

Don’t eat what! How did the list of Chametz come about!

The Rabbi pulls out all the stops and tells it like it is. Don’t listen, your feelings might be hurt if you do!

You can have a complete Seder in less than a minute!

What you you write to your 18 year old self? Practical advice, philosophical advice, or lottery numbers, think carefully.

Being polite and courteous goes a long way to make life better for all of us.

Why do we question the validity of UFOs and extraterrestrial life? Judaism supports the existence of other planets with life.

Fulfilling God’s commandments or doing a good deed is not reserved for only one religion or any particular religion.

Living vicariously is never good. Don’t use your children to be what you are not.

Judaism requires you to enjoy life! Make good choices and don’t do what is harmful. L’Chiam

What’s not to love about a religion that requires to get drunk, once a year, at a religious service. Listen to the reading of the book of Esther (The Megillah) in the synagogue and follow the crowd!

During the month of Adar you are commanded to be happy! And on the 14th of the month we celebrate Purim and you are commanded to listen to the Book of Esther and get drunk during the reading.

We are giving up many of our freedoms under the illusion that we will be more secure. Time to stop giving up our freedoms for pretend security.

Being Jewish means that you are always ready to Nosh. Jewish food is a Jewish necessity.