RabbiRaps
@rabbiraps.bsky.social
🌊 Jersey Shore Rabbi
🎩 Hasidic | 🎬 Filmmaker
👨👩👧👧 Outnumbered by wife & 4 daughters
Follow for daily laughs, wisdom & fresh take on Judaism
🎩 Hasidic | 🎬 Filmmaker
👨👩👧👧 Outnumbered by wife & 4 daughters
Follow for daily laughs, wisdom & fresh take on Judaism
The Kabbalah of Life: Jacob's journey to Haran (work, family, difficult people) is an analogy for OUR lives. The purpose isn't just heaven; it's to transform this physical world right here. We fulfill our destiny through the grind.
#Kabbalah #LifeLesson #PurposeDriven 💡
#Kabbalah #LifeLesson #PurposeDriven 💡
November 29, 2025 at 11:45 PM
The Kabbalah of Life: Jacob's journey to Haran (work, family, difficult people) is an analogy for OUR lives. The purpose isn't just heaven; it's to transform this physical world right here. We fulfill our destiny through the grind.
#Kabbalah #LifeLesson #PurposeDriven 💡
#Kabbalah #LifeLesson #PurposeDriven 💡
Walking through a Jewish cemetery is like reading our history. Every symbol on a tombstone (matzeivah) whispers a life:🕯️ (light/soul), ✡️ (Jewish identity),✋✋(Kohen blessing), פ״נ ("here lies..."). These stones mark lives of faith and mitzvos, not just an end.
#JewishCemetery #Matzeivah #JewishLegacy
#JewishCemetery #Matzeivah #JewishLegacy
November 28, 2025 at 6:15 PM
Walking through a Jewish cemetery is like reading our history. Every symbol on a tombstone (matzeivah) whispers a life:🕯️ (light/soul), ✡️ (Jewish identity),✋✋(Kohen blessing), פ״נ ("here lies..."). These stones mark lives of faith and mitzvos, not just an end.
#JewishCemetery #Matzeivah #JewishLegacy
#JewishCemetery #Matzeivah #JewishLegacy
Why did the angels need a ladder? 🪜 The path to spirituality isn't a jump—it's a climb. Every kind act, every prayer, every mitzvah is one rung at a time toward a closer connection with Hashem. Keep taking those small steps! 💪 #JacobsLadder #SpiritualGrowth #Mitzvah
November 28, 2025 at 4:14 PM
Why did the angels need a ladder? 🪜 The path to spirituality isn't a jump—it's a climb. Every kind act, every prayer, every mitzvah is one rung at a time toward a closer connection with Hashem. Keep taking those small steps! 💪 #JacobsLadder #SpiritualGrowth #Mitzvah
The fridge light click? That's creating a circuit.💡My simple fix: tape over the door-trigger button. Light stays off, making the fridge Shabbat-friendly. ✔️Fancy "Shabbos Mode" exists, but I'd forget it! Shabbat is about peace, not panic. 😂🍲
#ShabbatShalom #JewishLife #ChabadLiving
#ShabbatShalom #JewishLife #ChabadLiving
November 28, 2025 at 1:38 PM
The fridge light click? That's creating a circuit.💡My simple fix: tape over the door-trigger button. Light stays off, making the fridge Shabbat-friendly. ✔️Fancy "Shabbos Mode" exists, but I'd forget it! Shabbat is about peace, not panic. 😂🍲
#ShabbatShalom #JewishLife #ChabadLiving
#ShabbatShalom #JewishLife #ChabadLiving
Did you know the word Jew literally comes from the word “thank you”?
Gratitude is the heart of who we are — and it’s a gift for every human being.
This Thanksgiving, pause, breathe, and thank Hashem for the blessings already in your life.
Happy Thanksgiving!
#ThankHashem #Gratitude
Gratitude is the heart of who we are — and it’s a gift for every human being.
This Thanksgiving, pause, breathe, and thank Hashem for the blessings already in your life.
Happy Thanksgiving!
#ThankHashem #Gratitude
November 27, 2025 at 10:18 PM
Did you know the word Jew literally comes from the word “thank you”?
Gratitude is the heart of who we are — and it’s a gift for every human being.
This Thanksgiving, pause, breathe, and thank Hashem for the blessings already in your life.
Happy Thanksgiving!
#ThankHashem #Gratitude
Gratitude is the heart of who we are — and it’s a gift for every human being.
This Thanksgiving, pause, breathe, and thank Hashem for the blessings already in your life.
Happy Thanksgiving!
#ThankHashem #Gratitude
There's a Jewish blessing (Asher Yatzar) said AFTER using the bathroom. Why? 🤔 It’s a powerful reminder to be deeply grateful for the simple, often-overlooked miracles our bodies perform daily. Don't wait for trouble to find your gratitude! 🙏
#Gratitude #DailyMiracles #JewishWisdom
#Gratitude #DailyMiracles #JewishWisdom
November 27, 2025 at 5:47 PM
There's a Jewish blessing (Asher Yatzar) said AFTER using the bathroom. Why? 🤔 It’s a powerful reminder to be deeply grateful for the simple, often-overlooked miracles our bodies perform daily. Don't wait for trouble to find your gratitude! 🙏
#Gratitude #DailyMiracles #JewishWisdom
#Gratitude #DailyMiracles #JewishWisdom
Ever wonder what it really costs to make a kosher Thanksgiving dinner?🦃
I took you with me through the grocery store, ingredient by ingredient…and let’s just say, some prices were a surprise even to me. Now I want to hear from you drop your thoughts in the comments!
#KosherLiving #ThanksgivingDinner
I took you with me through the grocery store, ingredient by ingredient…and let’s just say, some prices were a surprise even to me. Now I want to hear from you drop your thoughts in the comments!
#KosherLiving #ThanksgivingDinner
November 26, 2025 at 10:31 PM
Ever wonder what it really costs to make a kosher Thanksgiving dinner?🦃
I took you with me through the grocery store, ingredient by ingredient…and let’s just say, some prices were a surprise even to me. Now I want to hear from you drop your thoughts in the comments!
#KosherLiving #ThanksgivingDinner
I took you with me through the grocery store, ingredient by ingredient…and let’s just say, some prices were a surprise even to me. Now I want to hear from you drop your thoughts in the comments!
#KosherLiving #ThanksgivingDinner
When life sucks, gratitude is hard, yet that's when it holds the greatest power. The Talmud says to bless Hashem even in tough times, and the Zohar teaches that awakening thanks below awakens blessing Above. This Thanksgiving, honor your struggle. 🌅✨
#JewishWisdom #Chabad #Gratitude
#JewishWisdom #Chabad #Gratitude
November 26, 2025 at 8:28 PM
When life sucks, gratitude is hard, yet that's when it holds the greatest power. The Talmud says to bless Hashem even in tough times, and the Zohar teaches that awakening thanks below awakens blessing Above. This Thanksgiving, honor your struggle. 🌅✨
#JewishWisdom #Chabad #Gratitude
#JewishWisdom #Chabad #Gratitude
I asked my daughters if girls need a yarmulke. They said, 'Nope!' Men cover their heads to remember Hashem's presence. Women, however,are born with a naturally higher spiritual awareness, needing no external reminder.Different roles, equal holiness, unique strengths.✨
#JewishWisdom #TorahThoughts
#JewishWisdom #TorahThoughts
November 25, 2025 at 10:45 PM
I asked my daughters if girls need a yarmulke. They said, 'Nope!' Men cover their heads to remember Hashem's presence. Women, however,are born with a naturally higher spiritual awareness, needing no external reminder.Different roles, equal holiness, unique strengths.✨
#JewishWisdom #TorahThoughts
#JewishWisdom #TorahThoughts
My daughter found a garbage-can lid and called it a 'rabbi hat!' 🤣🕶️ The real reason for the black fedora: A yarmulke is enough, but a second hat is added during prayer to show extra respect and humility before Hashem. It’s a mindset of reverence.
#JewishTradition #Chabad #DailyTorah #JewishLife
#JewishTradition #Chabad #DailyTorah #JewishLife
November 25, 2025 at 8:16 PM
My daughter found a garbage-can lid and called it a 'rabbi hat!' 🤣🕶️ The real reason for the black fedora: A yarmulke is enough, but a second hat is added during prayer to show extra respect and humility before Hashem. It’s a mindset of reverence.
#JewishTradition #Chabad #DailyTorah #JewishLife
#JewishTradition #Chabad #DailyTorah #JewishLife
So, I'm at the hat store and my new name is "Rabbi Raps." 🎤 Seriously, though, if you have questions about Judaism, don't be shy! I'm here to help, so ask me anything. Let's make learning and connecting fun! 🤝 #RabbiRaps #JewishLife #AskTheRabbi #Judaism101 #LearningIsFun #OpenMind
November 25, 2025 at 4:14 PM
So, I'm at the hat store and my new name is "Rabbi Raps." 🎤 Seriously, though, if you have questions about Judaism, don't be shy! I'm here to help, so ask me anything. Let's make learning and connecting fun! 🤝 #RabbiRaps #JewishLife #AskTheRabbi #Judaism101 #LearningIsFun #OpenMind
Why is the havdalah service so messy? Each Saturday night we say goodbye to the holy day of Shabbat by blessing over a couple wine, a braided candle and pleasant smelling spices. But why is the cup always overflowing? #havdallah #jewishtraditons
November 23, 2025 at 7:11 PM
Why is the havdalah service so messy? Each Saturday night we say goodbye to the holy day of Shabbat by blessing over a couple wine, a braided candle and pleasant smelling spices. But why is the cup always overflowing? #havdallah #jewishtraditons
Judaism & the Paranormal: Real or a vision? 🤯
The debate is centuries old! Maimonides (Rambam) said stories of angels/witches were just dreams. Nahmanides (Ramban) said nope, the spiritual world is REAL! Which side are you on? 👇
#Judaism #Rambam #Ramban #Paranormal #JewishThought 🕯️
The debate is centuries old! Maimonides (Rambam) said stories of angels/witches were just dreams. Nahmanides (Ramban) said nope, the spiritual world is REAL! Which side are you on? 👇
#Judaism #Rambam #Ramban #Paranormal #JewishThought 🕯️
November 23, 2025 at 2:13 PM
Judaism & the Paranormal: Real or a vision? 🤯
The debate is centuries old! Maimonides (Rambam) said stories of angels/witches were just dreams. Nahmanides (Ramban) said nope, the spiritual world is REAL! Which side are you on? 👇
#Judaism #Rambam #Ramban #Paranormal #JewishThought 🕯️
The debate is centuries old! Maimonides (Rambam) said stories of angels/witches were just dreams. Nahmanides (Ramban) said nope, the spiritual world is REAL! Which side are you on? 👇
#Judaism #Rambam #Ramban #Paranormal #JewishThought 🕯️
Why are 5,000 rabbis dancing in one room?
Once a year, Chabad leaders from around the world come together to recharge, reconnect, and celebrate their mission of spreading goodness and light. When thousands of people devoted to uplifting others unite… the joy is unstoppable. #kinushashluchim
Once a year, Chabad leaders from around the world come together to recharge, reconnect, and celebrate their mission of spreading goodness and light. When thousands of people devoted to uplifting others unite… the joy is unstoppable. #kinushashluchim
November 17, 2025 at 9:37 PM
Why are 5,000 rabbis dancing in one room?
Once a year, Chabad leaders from around the world come together to recharge, reconnect, and celebrate their mission of spreading goodness and light. When thousands of people devoted to uplifting others unite… the joy is unstoppable. #kinushashluchim
Once a year, Chabad leaders from around the world come together to recharge, reconnect, and celebrate their mission of spreading goodness and light. When thousands of people devoted to uplifting others unite… the joy is unstoppable. #kinushashluchim
Is it 'kosher' to trick people into praising God? 🤔 Abraham's goal was to help people connect with the Godly spark already in their soul. In that moment of gratitude, they aligned with their deepest true self! It's about revealing, not convincing. ✨🙏
#SpiritualGrowth #Truth #Hashem #DivineSpark
#SpiritualGrowth #Truth #Hashem #DivineSpark
November 16, 2025 at 5:09 PM
Is it 'kosher' to trick people into praising God? 🤔 Abraham's goal was to help people connect with the Godly spark already in their soul. In that moment of gratitude, they aligned with their deepest true self! It's about revealing, not convincing. ✨🙏
#SpiritualGrowth #Truth #Hashem #DivineSpark
#SpiritualGrowth #Truth #Hashem #DivineSpark
Looking for a life partner? The Torah’s first matchmaking story (for Isaac) teaches the #1 quality: Kindness. ❤️ Beauty, talent, and wealth are great, but a good heart must be the foundation of your relationship. #DatingAdvice #JewishWisdom #MarriageGoals #KindnessFirst
November 14, 2025 at 4:31 PM
Looking for a life partner? The Torah’s first matchmaking story (for Isaac) teaches the #1 quality: Kindness. ❤️ Beauty, talent, and wealth are great, but a good heart must be the foundation of your relationship. #DatingAdvice #JewishWisdom #MarriageGoals #KindnessFirst
“Only at the Kinus do you find a rabbi who can quote Torah… and then switch to Trump, Biden, AND Bernie without blinking 😂🕍
Jewish joy comes in all voices — sometimes literally.
Bringing Torah, laughter, and a whole lot of chayus to the world.”
#Kinus2025 #ChabadRabbis #JewishHumor
Jewish joy comes in all voices — sometimes literally.
Bringing Torah, laughter, and a whole lot of chayus to the world.”
#Kinus2025 #ChabadRabbis #JewishHumor
November 14, 2025 at 1:34 PM
“Only at the Kinus do you find a rabbi who can quote Torah… and then switch to Trump, Biden, AND Bernie without blinking 😂🕍
Jewish joy comes in all voices — sometimes literally.
Bringing Torah, laughter, and a whole lot of chayus to the world.”
#Kinus2025 #ChabadRabbis #JewishHumor
Jewish joy comes in all voices — sometimes literally.
Bringing Torah, laughter, and a whole lot of chayus to the world.”
#Kinus2025 #ChabadRabbis #JewishHumor
Can an orthodox Rabbi be a chaplain in the US Navy? I was at the international gathering of Chabad rabbis when I bumped into this fellow recruiting more rabbis to join Navy
November 14, 2025 at 1:26 PM
Can an orthodox Rabbi be a chaplain in the US Navy? I was at the international gathering of Chabad rabbis when I bumped into this fellow recruiting more rabbis to join Navy
asking Chabad rabbis at the international convention of shluchim... what is a Farbrengen?
November 14, 2025 at 5:35 AM
asking Chabad rabbis at the international convention of shluchim... what is a Farbrengen?
“Do people really leave Judaism?”
I asked two rabbis at the global Chabad gathering. Their answer: “A Jew never truly leaves. The soul stays connected to Hashem—always.” No matter how far you feel, your spark is still alive.
#Chabad #JewishSoul #Kinnus
I asked two rabbis at the global Chabad gathering. Their answer: “A Jew never truly leaves. The soul stays connected to Hashem—always.” No matter how far you feel, your spark is still alive.
#Chabad #JewishSoul #Kinnus
November 14, 2025 at 4:54 AM
“Do people really leave Judaism?”
I asked two rabbis at the global Chabad gathering. Their answer: “A Jew never truly leaves. The soul stays connected to Hashem—always.” No matter how far you feel, your spark is still alive.
#Chabad #JewishSoul #Kinnus
I asked two rabbis at the global Chabad gathering. Their answer: “A Jew never truly leaves. The soul stays connected to Hashem—always.” No matter how far you feel, your spark is still alive.
#Chabad #JewishSoul #Kinnus
Ever wonder where rabbis go shopping?
I took you inside the resource fair—giant menorahs, shelves of sefarim, digital memorial boards, kipahs and more. Everything a synagogue needs to bring Yiddishkeit to life under one roof!
#ChabadRabbi #SynagogueLife #JewishCommunity
I took you inside the resource fair—giant menorahs, shelves of sefarim, digital memorial boards, kipahs and more. Everything a synagogue needs to bring Yiddishkeit to life under one roof!
#ChabadRabbi #SynagogueLife #JewishCommunity
November 14, 2025 at 12:27 AM
Ever wonder where rabbis go shopping?
I took you inside the resource fair—giant menorahs, shelves of sefarim, digital memorial boards, kipahs and more. Everything a synagogue needs to bring Yiddishkeit to life under one roof!
#ChabadRabbi #SynagogueLife #JewishCommunity
I took you inside the resource fair—giant menorahs, shelves of sefarim, digital memorial boards, kipahs and more. Everything a synagogue needs to bring Yiddishkeit to life under one roof!
#ChabadRabbi #SynagogueLife #JewishCommunity