SEDERS, CINEMA & STORYTELLING: A PASSOVER REFLECTION
Guest: Rabbi Jonathan Hausman
Joining us today for some fun Passover talk is Rabbi Jonathan Hausman, who has served as the Rabbi of Ahavath Torah Congregation in Stoughton, Massachusetts for the past 30 years. Yes, it’s Passover, folks! So in our own unique way, “Rabbi John” and I will take a closer look at the 1956 Hollywood epic The Ten Commandments starring Charlton Heston. Rabbi Hausman helps us unpack how closely this iconic film aligns with the historical biblical narrative and what it gets right — or wrong — in bringing the Exodus story to life. But beyond the movie magic, we’ll dive into the heart of Passover itself — a story of liberation that has inspired not only generations of Jewish people, but also one of the most influential leaders in American history, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
To bring it all full circle, Rabbi Hausman shares some of his most cherished Passover memories from childhood and beyond — personal moments that reflect the enduring power of this timeless tradition.
ADDITIONAL LINKS
Ahavath Torah Congregation, Stoughton, Massachusetts
https://www.atorah.org/rabbij
Little Girl’s First Taste of Gefilte Fish https://www.instagram.com/reel/DHYmdsZuixh/?igsh=ZmN2YW5hcjdmemV5
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