Jewish Storytelling

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Comment by Rachmiel Tobesman on November 25, 2009 at 5:52pm

A story was just posted on the Story Tour Blog, The Island, http://projectshalom2.org/StoryTour

A ship was sailing across the seas to distant lands. The sailors and merchants had lost their way and were wandering aimlessly at sea, tired, hungry and thirsty, confined to the ship....So are we in this world like that ship sailing on the high seas. Like a lost ship at sea, we are unsure of our direction and know not to whom to turn or where we are going. In this world, which resembles such a sea, we discover a large island with all kinds of delights and pleasures, more than one can ever count.

Comment by Rachmiel Tobesman on November 24, 2009 at 9:36am

People of all ages enjoy stories. They laugh, sigh, cry, and smile as they enjoy age-old lessons and tales of Jewish communities throughout the world.

In the past, Jewish storytellers (maggidim) traveled from community to community to strengthen the heart and soul of the Jewish people. The stories told of greatness, nobility, and courage, celebrating the wisdom of the ages. They celebrated Jewish heritage and tradition; while at the same time, they elevated the hopes of people for a better tomorrow. Rabbi Rachmiel Tobesman is an old time maggid (Jewish Storyteller) who will be telling stories at Congregation Oheb Sholom (555 Warwick Dr) in Reading, Pa on Sunday 13 December at 10:00 a.m. and at Congregation Beth Abraham Anshei Sfard (6208 Wallis Ave) in Baltimore, MD at 7:00 p.m. on 14 December

The simple unfolding of the maggid's stories strongly motivates a person toward the Holy One, Blessed be He. All the stories reflect the mystery, wonder, beauty, honor, tradition, and spirituality of all people. The stories contain great power to uplift people and help them on their spiritual journeys. Please join us for a special Chanukah telling of tales of old.

Comment by Rachmiel Tobesman on September 17, 2009 at 9:50pm

posted, A Prescription for Life, on Story Tour Blog, http://projectshalom2.org/StoryTour

It is told that the king became enraged at a certain wise physician and gave orders to his servants to put him in prison in a place that was as narrow as the grave. At his order they put chains on him and an iron yoke on his neck...

Comment by Rachmiel Tobesman on August 13, 2009 at 11:16pm

People of all ages enjoy stories more than any other form of entertainment. They laugh, cry, smile, and sigh as they enjoy age-old lessons and tales of communities throughout the world. They can travel through time with but a whisper. At one time Jewish storytelling rabbis traveled from community to community to strengthen the heart and soul of Jewish people. The stories told of greatness, nobility, and wisdom while at the same time raising the hopes for a better tomorrow.

One such traveling spiritual storyteller (maggid) is Rabbi Rachmiel (Rock) Tobesman who has shared and taught people from childhood through the golden years in many areas of the United States. He has been invited to teach educators and community leaders how to use the power of storytelling to improve the quality of services to the people of all backgrounds. As a traditional spiritual storyteller, Rachmiel Tobesman touches the heart and soul with stories tong forgotten.

The Palm Beach Sun Times observed that "Rabbi Tobesman weaves stories and spreads magic as the medieval wizard cast spells... Everyone felt the wonder and excitement as he told stories long forgotten... His stories kept everyone spell bound from young to old." The St. Louis Jewish Times reported that "Rabbi Tobesman teaches through stories and tells Jewish stories in the tradition of the Breslover Chasidim. He stirs the memory and sparks the heart and soul of everyone."

The plain, simple meaning of the spiritual storyteller's stories strongly motivate a person toward the Holy One, blessed be He. All the stories consist of mysteries, wonder, beauty, honor, and spirituality, and aside from their secret meanings, they have a great power to uplift everyone and help them on their spiritual journey.
Reb Tobesman's tales are gathered from many places throughout the world. He follows the rich tradition of storytelling as he delivers lessons and enjoy¬ment while he entertains in the tradition of the maggidim of old.

Stories go beyond time in space. Storytellinq requires no special facilities or technical settings. Storytelling is a perfect feature for any event.

The artistry of this maggid as a master is not only how he speaks, but in the what he says. He is electrifying not only his delivery, but for the thoughts he shares as he touches the Jewish soul. No matter whether it is a parable, Chasidic tale, or a story, much can be gained from this maggid’s programs. Reb Tobesman’s stories allow him to tailor his programs to a particular theme, holiday or historical event.



May all your tales end with Shalom (peace).

Comment by Rachmiel Tobesman on June 14, 2009 at 7:16am

just posted a new story, The Fiery Tree on the Story Tour Blog http://projectshalom2.org/StoryTour

This past Shabbos was so special as so many staff at Philmont came to the Jewish Study to share the Shabbos meal.... Some expressed that they find more spirituality in the outdoors than in religious school or in their respective houses of worship......

Comment by Rachmiel Tobesman on June 7, 2009 at 10:59am

New post on Story Tour Blog http://projectshalom2.org/StoryTour

So many people come to Philmont to hike the trails, climb the mountains and enjoy the magnificent vistas. "Why?" one might ask.

The answer is surprisingly simple, "Because when one comes face-to-face with with the Holy One Blessed be He, the Creator of the Universe will look down and ask, 'So did you see My wonders of Creation?'"....

Comment by Rachmiel Tobesman on May 31, 2009 at 11:43pm

A story was just posted on the Story Tour Blog, The True Friend http://projectshalom2.org/StoryTour

A person had three friends. One friend was truly beloved, a second was also loved, but the third was often taken for granted. One day the man lost everything he owned. The king commanded him to appear before him immediately. The poor man was very frightened, wondering why the king would want to speak to him. In fear, he called upon each of his three friends to go with him to the king.......

Comment by Rachmiel Tobesman on May 25, 2009 at 11:13pm

Its a new season and Philmont is being staffed for the adventures that follow. Some will discover that the stories of the Philmont Rebbe, a maggid of day gone by will guide them on their treks.

People of all ages enjoy stories more than any other form of entertainment. They laugh, cry, smile, and sigh as they enjoy age-old lessons and tales of communities throughout the world. They can travel through time with but a whisper.

Comment by Rachmiel Tobesman on May 13, 2009 at 12:07pm

A story was just posted on the Story Tour Blog, Too Many Jewish Laws?, http://projectshalom2.org/StoryTour

Once upon a time a Roman came to Rabbi Shammai and said to him,”How many Laws (Torahs) do the Jewish people have?”

Rabbi Shammai answered him,”We have only two. One which has been given to us in writing and another which has been given to us by word of mouth.....”

Comment by Rachmiel Tobesman on May 10, 2009 at 2:12am

Rabbi Rachmiel Tobesman A story was just posted on the Story Tour Blog, Alexander and the Country of Women http://projectshalom2.org/StoryTour

A tale is told that Alexander the Great went to a country where there are only women and wished to make war with them. They said to him....

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