THE Notorious R.A.V., Jewish Connectivity
@thenotoriousrav.bsky.social
Human, Jewish, Rabbi, Hip Hop and classic rock fan, Cubs fan. Appreciative of life's absurdities. Orig from Chicago, now South Florida. Characters welcome.
Buen Shabat, amigos!
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November 21, 2025 at 9:40 PM
Buen Shabat, amigos!
Just in time for Shabbat, The Notorious R.A.V.'s cholent recipe is now online arnolddsamlan.wordpress.com/2025/11/13/t...
The Notorious R.A.V.’s Cholent Recipe
I first discovered the Ashkenazi Jewish soul food called cholent in my teen years. I was 16 years old, and had just gotten into the practice of attending shul/synagogue regularly. A number of peopl…
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November 13, 2025 at 7:58 PM
Just in time for Shabbat, The Notorious R.A.V.'s cholent recipe is now online arnolddsamlan.wordpress.com/2025/11/13/t...
This is the anniversary of Kristallnacht, the pogrom carried out by Germans only 87 years ago, an event that was another step towards the Holocaust. The murder of over 6,000,000 Jews and others that the Nazis deemed undesirable began gradually.
November 10, 2025 at 1:07 PM
This is the anniversary of Kristallnacht, the pogrom carried out by Germans only 87 years ago, an event that was another step towards the Holocaust. The murder of over 6,000,000 Jews and others that the Nazis deemed undesirable began gradually.
Looking forward to hearing this gentleman in synagogue this Shabbat. Shabbat shalom! youtu.be/niTWPbC8gXo?...
Shulem - Jerusalem Of Gold (Audio)
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November 7, 2025 at 8:22 PM
Looking forward to hearing this gentleman in synagogue this Shabbat. Shabbat shalom! youtu.be/niTWPbC8gXo?...
Wrote letters to my senators, congressperson, president and vice president, imploring them to move beyond partisan politics to come to an agreement, reopen government, feed those in need, and reform healthcare. Here's my text. Feel free to borrow. arnolddsamlan.wordpress.com/2025/11/07/a...
A letter to my elected officials
This is the letter that I sent to my senators, congressperson, president and vice president. Feel free to borrow text and to write your own. Dear XXXXX:I am a proud citizen and constituent, and a l…
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November 7, 2025 at 6:59 PM
Wrote letters to my senators, congressperson, president and vice president, imploring them to move beyond partisan politics to come to an agreement, reopen government, feed those in need, and reform healthcare. Here's my text. Feel free to borrow. arnolddsamlan.wordpress.com/2025/11/07/a...
Looking forward to Shulem leading services in our synagogue this Shabbat, along with the Shulamim backing singers. If you don't know him, start here: open.spotify.com/track/26GEwe...
Sound of Silence (Live)
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November 7, 2025 at 3:28 PM
Looking forward to Shulem leading services in our synagogue this Shabbat, along with the Shulamim backing singers. If you don't know him, start here: open.spotify.com/track/26GEwe...
Hmmmm, my state (and most) already require some form of valid ID. And nobody has to present ID for gas or groceries
Trump: "All we want is voter ID. You go to a grocery store, you have to give ID. You go to a gas station, you give ID. But for voting they want no voter ID. It's only for one reason: because they cheat."
November 6, 2025 at 12:24 AM
Hmmmm, my state (and most) already require some form of valid ID. And nobody has to present ID for gas or groceries
The surgery follow-up call from my pediodontist's office. Included the advice: Don't bow too far during prayer, because it causes the blood to rush to your head. I actually felt so seen.
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November 3, 2025 at 8:47 PM
The surgery follow-up call from my pediodontist's office. Included the advice: Don't bow too far during prayer, because it causes the blood to rush to your head. I actually felt so seen.
There's just too much drama in the world around us. If I want drama, I'll go to a show. What we need now is Intermission. Shabbat is my intermission from so much around us. I hope you bless yourself with holy rest, regardless of your religious tradition or lack thereof. Shabbat Shalom
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October 31, 2025 at 10:11 PM
There's just too much drama in the world around us. If I want drama, I'll go to a show. What we need now is Intermission. Shabbat is my intermission from so much around us. I hope you bless yourself with holy rest, regardless of your religious tradition or lack thereof. Shabbat Shalom
Sending caring and support to my colleague & friend, Rabbi Cantor Jeffrey Myers & Tree of Life Congregation, on the anniversary of antisemitic mass murders 7 years ago today. May the memories of those who perished be a blessing & inspire us to fight antisemitism and hatred daily.
October 27, 2025 at 2:35 PM
Sending caring and support to my colleague & friend, Rabbi Cantor Jeffrey Myers & Tree of Life Congregation, on the anniversary of antisemitic mass murders 7 years ago today. May the memories of those who perished be a blessing & inspire us to fight antisemitism and hatred daily.
With Shabbat approaching please let me know of people in need of healing energy and I'll include them in the healing prayer recited during Shabbat. Shabbat Shalom youtu.be/QhwWkOshPOA?...
Mi Sheberach - the Prayer for Healing
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October 24, 2025 at 9:31 PM
With Shabbat approaching please let me know of people in need of healing energy and I'll include them in the healing prayer recited during Shabbat. Shabbat Shalom youtu.be/QhwWkOshPOA?...
@thejerusalempost.bsky.social wins the Jewish internet today with this piece of Jewish performance art at a White House press conference by Jake Turx www.jpost.com/israel-news/...
Leavitt: Donald Trump not rebuilding Jerusalem's Third Temple | The Jerusalem Post
Mishpacha's Jake Turx asked Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt about the possibility of Trump rebuilding the Holy Temple in Jerusalem during a discussion on the new White House ballroom.
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October 24, 2025 at 6:04 PM
@thejerusalempost.bsky.social wins the Jewish internet today with this piece of Jewish performance art at a White House press conference by Jake Turx www.jpost.com/israel-news/...
Hey, y'all: it is Friday
What have we learned this week?
What have we learned this week?
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October 17, 2025 at 11:59 AM
Hey, y'all: it is Friday
What have we learned this week?
What have we learned this week?
The Jewish holiday of Shemini Atzeret includes a prayer for rain, asking that there be rain "for blessing and not curse, for life and not death". May it inspire us towards the actions that will help our climate and environment so that this becomes a reality. Chag Sameach, happy holiday
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October 13, 2025 at 9:30 PM
The Jewish holiday of Shemini Atzeret includes a prayer for rain, asking that there be rain "for blessing and not curse, for life and not death". May it inspire us towards the actions that will help our climate and environment so that this becomes a reality. Chag Sameach, happy holiday
בָּרוּךְ אַתָּה יהוה, אֱלֹהֵינוּ מֶלֶךְ הָעוֹלָם,מַתִּיר אֲסוּרִים! Praised is God, ruler of the universe, who causes the freeing of hostages
October 13, 2025 at 12:00 PM
בָּרוּךְ אַתָּה יהוה, אֱלֹהֵינוּ מֶלֶךְ הָעוֹלָם,מַתִּיר אֲסוּרִים! Praised is God, ruler of the universe, who causes the freeing of hostages
Going into Shabbat with hope for the release of the Israeli hostages and for a break from the war that has lasted so long and taken so many lives in Israel and Gaza. This holds the possibility of a larger more lasting peace. May it be so
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October 10, 2025 at 9:06 PM
Going into Shabbat with hope for the release of the Israeli hostages and for a break from the war that has lasted so long and taken so many lives in Israel and Gaza. This holds the possibility of a larger more lasting peace. May it be so
Sukkot begins tonight. While the Sukkah (hut) is meant to be a reminder of the biblical Exodus, living in a hut should also remind us of those who are food and housing insecure. May we live understanding of our history as well as our obligations towards those in need. Chag Sameach, a Happy Sukkot!
October 6, 2025 at 2:17 PM
Sukkot begins tonight. While the Sukkah (hut) is meant to be a reminder of the biblical Exodus, living in a hut should also remind us of those who are food and housing insecure. May we live understanding of our history as well as our obligations towards those in need. Chag Sameach, a Happy Sukkot!
In tough times in our country and in our world, Ashkenazi Jewish comfort food and good bourbon just hits the spot. Shabbat Shalom
October 3, 2025 at 10:24 PM
In tough times in our country and in our world, Ashkenazi Jewish comfort food and good bourbon just hits the spot. Shabbat Shalom
Time for the annual posting of Avinu Malkeinu by Phish. Enjoy, even if your synagogue doesn't use beach balls. #yomkippur
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PHISH : Avenu Malkenu : {4K Ultra HD} : Alpine Valley : East Troy, WI : 7/14/2019
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October 1, 2025 at 7:43 PM
Time for the annual posting of Avinu Malkeinu by Phish. Enjoy, even if your synagogue doesn't use beach balls. #yomkippur
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IS IT A JEWISH HOLIDAY TODAY?
Find out if it's a Jewish holiday today. The answer may shock you!
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October 1, 2025 at 2:01 PM
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I composed this Yizkor memorial prayer,for those of us memorializing those who passed, but also those who endured trauma. Please feel free to share with those who would benefit, or with your own communities and congregations shorturl.at/HYXTf @timesofisrael.com
The Blogs: Yizkor for Those Who Suffered Trauma
From the blog of Arnold D. Samlan at The Times of Israel
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September 30, 2025 at 1:29 PM
I composed this Yizkor memorial prayer,for those of us memorializing those who passed, but also those who endured trauma. Please feel free to share with those who would benefit, or with your own communities and congregations shorturl.at/HYXTf @timesofisrael.com
This Shabbat's theme is return: return to our most authentic place. Enjoy the song and give yourself some rest from the chaotic world around us.
Shabbat Shalom
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Shabbat Shalom
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Shuva
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September 26, 2025 at 9:56 PM
This Shabbat's theme is return: return to our most authentic place. Enjoy the song and give yourself some rest from the chaotic world around us.
Shabbat Shalom
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Shabbat Shalom
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My latest article, Be Smart in 5786, was published in the blog section of @timesofisrael.com . With best wishes for a Happy, Healthy, and Peaceful New Year blogs.timesofisrael.com/be-smart-in-...
The Blogs: Be Smart in 5786
From the blog of Arnold D. Samlan at The Times of Israel
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September 25, 2025 at 8:25 PM
My latest article, Be Smart in 5786, was published in the blog section of @timesofisrael.com . With best wishes for a Happy, Healthy, and Peaceful New Year blogs.timesofisrael.com/be-smart-in-...
Jewish tradition connects Rosh Hashana to the creation story in the Torah. At the dawn of creation, the Torah tells us the world was tohu va’vohu — chaotic, unformed, dark. God didn’t destroy the chaos; God transformed it. God brought light, boundaries, and purpose to the world.
September 22, 2025 at 2:58 PM
Jewish tradition connects Rosh Hashana to the creation story in the Torah. At the dawn of creation, the Torah tells us the world was tohu va’vohu — chaotic, unformed, dark. God didn’t destroy the chaos; God transformed it. God brought light, boundaries, and purpose to the world.
On this final Friday evening of the Hebrew calendar year, wishing you Shabbat Shalom
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עומר אדם - יום השישי
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September 19, 2025 at 9:06 PM
On this final Friday evening of the Hebrew calendar year, wishing you Shabbat Shalom
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