Temple Beth Am Podcasts

Bible 101: Reading the Bible Through 21st Century Glasses - Class 1

January 18th, 2024  |  1 hr 18 mins

New methods of analyzing archaeological finds, new understanding of the nuances of ancient Semitic languages, new comprehension of the texture and structure of Biblical texts, etc., have given today’s Bible scholars opportunities to unlock fresh meanings that are embedded in the Tanakh. In this series of classes, Rabbi Joel Rembaum explores these 21st century insights and explains how they deepen our grasp of the teachings of our ancient sacred literature. Have a Bible handy.

This class was conducted on Zoom on January 17, 2024

Rashi Class: Shemot/Exodus 9:9

January 17th, 2024  |  58 mins 4 secs

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, January 17, 2024, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 9:9.

Shabbat Teaching: "Still Small Voices"

January 13th, 2024  |  20 mins 51 secs

Rabbi Rebecca Schatz's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, February 13, 2024.

Meditation and Mindfulness with Rabbi Adam Kligfeld

January 12th, 2024  |  20 mins 23 secs

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.

Rashi Class: Shemot/Exodus 9:8

January 10th, 2024  |  59 mins 49 secs

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, January 10, 2024, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 9:8.

(Facebook/Zoom)

Shabbat Teaching: Parshat Va’era, 2024 / פרשת וארא, תשפ״ד

January 6th, 2024  |  35 mins 56 secs

Rabbi Adam Kligfeld's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, January 6, 2024.

Shabbat Sermon: "Flying the Jewish Flag at Full Mast!"

January 6th, 2024  |  17 mins 10 secs

Rabbi-Cantor Hillary Chorny's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, January 6, 2024.

Meditation and Mindfulness with Rabbi Adam Kligfeld

January 5th, 2024  |  18 mins 26 secs

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.

Rashi Class: Shemot/Exodus 9:5

January 3rd, 2024  |  55 mins 2 secs

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, January 3, 2024, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 9:5.

(Facebook/Zoom)

Shabbat Teaching: "New or Just Changed?"

December 30th, 2023  |  21 mins 39 secs

Rabbi Rebecca Schtaz's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, December 30, 2023.

Shabbat Teaching: Niggun & Nourishment with Rabbis Kligfeld & Schatz

December 30th, 2023  |  39 mins

Rabbi Adam Kligfeld and Rabbi Rebecca Schatz's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, December 30, 2023.

Meditation and Mindfulness with Rabbi Adam Kligfeld

December 29th, 2023  |  16 mins 43 secs

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.

Rashi Class: Shemot/Exodus 9:2

December 27th, 2023  |  56 mins 45 secs

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, December 27, 2023, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 9:2.

(Facebook/Zoom)

Shabbat Sermon: "From Hanukkah To Purim"

December 23rd, 2023  |  16 mins 12 secs

Rabbi Adam Kligfeld's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, December 23, 2023.

Siddur Class #129 - Intro To Jewish Theology - Part 16

December 20th, 2023  |  40 mins 53 secs

Rabbi Avi Havivi's siddur class at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles and via Zoom - December 19, 2023.

Shabbat Teaching: Parshat Vayiggash, 2023 / פרשת ויגש, תשפ״ד

December 16th, 2023  |  38 mins 49 secs

Rabbi Adam Kligfeld's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, December 16, 2023.