The Hip-Hop Rapper who Discovered God

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Ari Lesser was chasing music — then music led him back to God. In this episode of Jewish and Joyful, we sit down with Ari Lesser, the viral Jewish rapper whose lyrics went from hip-hop to Torah, Psalms, and faith. Hear how rapping Tehillim (Psalms) changed his life and brought him to Orthodox Judaism. Ari is also a Nazir which you will hear more about in this episode. From the stage to spirituality, Ari’s journey has inspired millions. His music about Israel, God, and truth blends raw honesty with deep Jewish soul — proving that rap can be holy too. Check out Ari and his music here: @ariblesser This episode is brought to you by: ► Ohr Olam: The Revolutionary Hebrew-English Mishnah Berurah Get a copy at your local Jewish bookstore or visit: ⁠https://zbermanbooks.com/catalogsearch/result/?q=ohr+olam⁠ For more info and a free download, visit: ⁠https://www.ohr-olam.org⁠ ------------------------------------------------------- ► Torah Sweets: Free Weekly Torah Publication Looking for weekly inspiration on the Parsha, insights into marriage, stories, halacha, or short quotes for your Shabbos table? Torah Sweets is your free one-stop magazine packed with Torah insights for everyone. Email: [email protected] WhatsApp: 718-675-9370 ------------------------------------------------------- ► Colel Chabad: Pushka App Download Colel Chabad’s Pushka app and help support over 47,000 families in need in Israel! Download the app at https://pushkapp.cc/joyful⁠ ------------------------------------------------------- Chapters: 00:00 – Intro - The Story of Ari Lesser 01:05 - Aryeh Fingerer intro 04:20 – How Positive Feedback Shaped His Jewish Identity 09:15 – From Animal Raps to Stage Fright Breakthrough 14:57 – Rastafarian Connection Led to Rhyming Ancient Psalms 20:56 – Overcoming Anxiety with the 'Be Here Now' Song 28:27 – From Gateway Drug to Embracing Mitzvah Observance 38:10 – How Oral Tradition Led to a Chabad Seder Performance 44:20 – Birthright Journey to Yeshiva and Deeper Learning 50:39 – The Unexpected 15-Year Vow of a Nazir 57:25 – Using God-Given Talents to Spread Light and Truth 01:05:36 – Understanding Happiness Through the 'Joy Bell Curve' 01:13:19 – Concluding with a Powerful Kabbalat Shabbat Rap Stay Connected - Join our WhatsApp group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/BbfFPZDu1ldBlANISpy0Oj⁠ Listen to the podcast by phone: USA: 605-562-3522 Israel: 972-79-579-5099 To donate or reach out: WhatsApp: 646-397-2320 Email: [email protected] Thank you for listening and remember to stay joyful :) Hosted by Aryeh Fingerer #jewishpodcast #rapper #jewishmusic #psalms #arilesser