Temple Beth Am Podcasts

Temple Beth Am in Los Angeles celebrates traditional and innovative Judaism and inspires lifelong learning in a warm, embracing community. With creative approaches to traditional prayer, a welcoming ethos that nourishes the soul, and a commitment to rigorous study of our tradition, Temple Beth Am has been a flagship institution of Conservative Judaism since its founding in 1934. These podcasts share our sermons, classes and other activities. Our goal is to reach out and enhance the learning and spiritual life of our congregants and listeners around the world.

Shabbat Sermon: "Twisted Rebellions and Missing The Mark"

Rabbi Adam Kligfeld's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, May 4, 2024. (Youtube)

05-04
30:42

Meditation and Mindfulness with Rabbi Adam Kligfeld

Rabbi Adam Kligfeld offers up short bursts of meditation infused with imagery, wisdom, and the rhythms of our Jewish calendar, including selected verses from the Torah. Many of these meditations are performed in sitting positions; some standing. Simply find yourself a comfortable space and let Rabbi Kligfeld's voice and direction guide you into a world of serenity and tranquility.

05-04
18:18

Rashi Class: Shemot/Exodus 9:31

Rashi Class, a weekly exploration of Torah featuring a deep dive on the text and lively conversation focused on an 11th-century French commentary, conducted by Rabbi Adam Kligfeld at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, on Wednesday, May 1, 2024, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 9:31. (Facebook/Zoom)

05-01
51:17

Yizkor Sermon: "Old Grief. New Grief."

Rabbi-Cantor Hillary Chorny's Yizkor Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, April 30, 2024. (Youtube)

05-01
19:53

Passover Mini-Service Day 7

Singing, quiet mindfulness, and study surrounding the themes and the music of Passover with Rabbi Adam Kligfeld and Rabbi-Cantor Hillary Chorny at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, April 29, 2024. (Youtube)

04-29
29:48

Shabbat Teaching: "Or HaHayim On Aharei Mot"

Rabbi Rebecca Schatz's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, April 27, 2024. (Youtube/Zoom)

04-28
26:41

Shabbat Teaching: "4 Days of the Omer Which Is 203 Days"

Rabbi Rebecca Schatz's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, April 27, 2024. (Youtube)

04-27
28:39

Meditation and Mindfulness with Rabbi Adam Kligfeld

Rabbi Adam Kligfeld offers up short bursts of meditation infused with imagery, wisdom, and the rhythms of our Jewish calendar, including selected verses from the Torah. Many of these meditations are performed in sitting positions; some standing. Simply find yourself a comfortable space and let Rabbi Kligfeld's voice and direction guide you into a world of serenity and tranquility.

04-26
16:04

Passover Mini-Service

Singing, quiet mindfulness, and study surrounding the themes and the music of Passover with Rabbi Adam Kligfeld and Rabbi-Cantor Hillary Chorny at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, April 23, 2024. (Youtube)

04-23
45:45

Shabbat Teaching: "Marking Our Brokenness"

Rabbi-Cantor Hillary Chorny's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, April 20, 2024. (Youtube)

04-21
44:15

Shabbat Sermon: "Traveling with Despair and Hope"

Rabbi Matt Shapiro's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, April 20, 2024. (Youtube) Special Guest: Rabbi Matt Shapiro.

04-20
15:52

Parenting Through The Parsha: Metzora

Rabbi Matt Shapiro explores this week's Torah reading through the lens of Parenting. Special Guest: Rabbi Matt Shapiro.

04-19
09:20

Passover Learning Series: The 5th Child: Seeing Ourselves as Every Child

Your story and others’ stories of redemption are playing through in our current reality and we need to find a way to add voices to the narrative of questions, of symbolism, and of action. This episode was moderated by Rabbi Rebecca Schatz, on Zoom, on Thursday, April 18, 2024. www.tbala.org

04-19
01:06:10

Rashi Class: Shemot/Exodus 9:31

Rashi Class, a weekly exploration of Torah featuring a deep dive on the text and lively conversation focused on an 11th-century French commentary, conducted by Rabbi Adam Kligfeld at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 9:31. (Facebook/Zoom)

04-17
59:50

Siddur Class #136 - Hallel

Rabbi Avi Havivi's siddur class at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles and via Zoom - April 16, 2024 Special Guest: Rabbi Avi Havivi.

04-17
42:10

Meaningful Discussions Based on THE THIRTEEN PETALLED ROSE: "Is Bacon Holy? - Class 3

"Is Bacon Holy" - what makes something holy? Can it ever become “unholy”? Are things created holy or do they become holy? based on Chapter 4 of the book THE THIRTEEN PETALLED ROSE by Rabbi Adin Even-Israel Steinstaltz. THE THIRTEEN PETALLED ROSE is a layperson's journey through the building blocks of Jewish philosophy exploring our purpose in this lifetime and how to make the most of it. His nephew, Rabbi Chaim Sperlin, taught this class at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, on April 15, 2024. Special Guest: Rabbi Chaim Sperlin.

04-16
01:12:29

Shabbat Teaching: Parshat Metzora / פרשת מצורע “Sustaining Humility and Contrition”

Rabbi Adam Kligfeld's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, April 13, 2024. (Youtube)

04-14
30:26

Shabbat Sermon: "Kashrut Of The Mouth"

Rabbi Adam Kligfeld's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, April 13, 2024. (Youtube)

04-13
12:58

Rashi Class: Shemot/Exodus 9:27

Rashi Class, a weekly exploration of Torah featuring a deep dive on the text and lively conversation focused on an 11th-century French commentary, conducted by Rabbi Adam Kligfeld at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, on Wednesday, April 10, 2024, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 9:27. (Facebook/Zoom)

04-10
59:47

Meaningful Discussions Based on THE THIRTEEN PETALLED ROSE: "My Soul Is On Fire" - Class 2

"My Soul Is On Fire" - Where is our soul? What does it do? How does life look without it? based on Chapter 3 of the book THE THIRTEEN PETALLED ROSE by Rabbi Adin Even-Israel Steinstaltz. THE THIRTEEN PETALLED ROSE is a layperson's journey through the building blocks of Jewish philosophy exploring our purpose in this lifetime and how to make the most of it. His nephew, Rabbi Chaim Sperlin, taught this class at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, on April 8, 2024. Special Guest: Rabbi Chaim Sperlin.

04-09
01:17:09

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