Temple Beth Am Podcasts
Online learning from A Dynamic Center for Conservative Judaism
About the show
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.
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Episodes
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Meditation and Mindfulness with Rabbi Adam Kligfeld
December 20th, 2024 | 18 mins 45 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
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Antisemitism — The World's Oldest Conspiracy Theory - Session 5: The Middle Ages
December 18th, 2024 | 1 hr 20 mins
In ten sessions, Rabbi Rembaum explores the rise and evolution of antisemitism, defined simply as “hatred toward Jews” (IHRA — International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance). The learning is text based and emphasizes interactive discussion. There is some lecturing, primarily to provide historical background. The sessions are organized chronologically: 1. Greek and Roman sources through the lens of Josephus Flavius, 2. Christian and Muslim writings through the 16th century, and 3. the rise and evolution of secular antisemitism from the 19th through the 21st centuries.
This session took place via Zoom on December 11, 2024.
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Rashi Class: Shemot/Exodus 12:1
December 18th, 2024 | 1 hr 1 min
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 11, 2024, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 12.1.
(Facebook/Zoom)
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Let Justice Well Up Like Water — the Book of Amos - Class 4
December 18th, 2024 | 1 hr 10 mins
This is the fourth class in a ten-session series studying the Book of the prophet Amos. Amos was active in the mid-eighth century BCE (ca. 750 BCE). He lived in the kingdom of Judah, in a town called Tekoa, some ten miles south of Jerusalem. Although he was from the Southern Kingdom, his prophecies focused on Israel, the Northern Kingdom. Unlike many of the other prophets, his primary charges against Israel dealt with injustice and immorality. Paganism, for Amos, was a secondary issue. Amos was a master of rhetorical argument, and his powerful use of metaphors is classical.
The class took place via Zoom on December 17, 2024.
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Shabbat Teaching: "Kislev Month of Dreams."
December 14th, 2024 | 28 mins 26 secs
Rabbinic Intern Aviva Frank's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, December 14, 2024.
(Youtube/Zoom)
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Shabbat Sermon: “Who are We When No One is Looking?”
December 14th, 2024 | 9 mins 46 secs
Rabbinic Intern Nico Losorelli's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, December 14, 2024.
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Parenting Through The Parsha: VaYislach
December 13th, 2024 | 8 mins 29 secs
Rabbi Matt Shapiro explores this week's Torah reading through the lens of Parenting.
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Antisemitism — The World's Oldest Conspiracy Theory - Session 4: The Early Church Part 2
December 12th, 2024 | 1 hr 41 mins
In ten sessions, Rabbi Rembaum explores the rise and evolution of antisemitism, defined simply as “hatred toward Jews” (IHRA — International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance). The learning is text based and emphasizes interactive discussion. There is some lecturing, primarily to provide historical background. The sessions are organized chronologically: 1. Greek and Roman sources through the lens of Josephus Flavius, 2. Christian and Muslim writings through the 16th century, and 3. the rise and evolution of secular antisemitism from the 19th through the 21st centuries.
This session took place via Zoom on December 11, 2024.
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Let Justice Well Up Like Water — the Book of Amos - Class 3
December 11th, 2024 | 1 hr 27 mins
This is the third class in a ten-session series studying the Book of the prophet Amos. Amos was active in the mid-eighth century BCE (ca. 750 BCE). He lived in the kingdom of Judah, in a town called Tekoa, some ten miles south of Jerusalem. Although he was from the Southern Kingdom, his prophecies focused on Israel, the Northern Kingdom. Unlike many of the other prophets, his primary charges against Israel dealt with injustice and immorality. Paganism, for Amos, was a secondary issue. Amos was a master of rhetorical argument, and his powerful use of metaphors is classical.
The class took place via Zoom on December 10, 2024.
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Shabbat Teaching: Kavannah: Preparing for the Ladder of Holiness
December 7th, 2024 | 31 mins 47 secs
Rabbinic Intern Nico Losorelli's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, December 7, 2024.
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Shabbat Sermon: "Navigating Our Own Allyship"
December 7th, 2024 | 13 mins 56 secs
Guest Rabbi Mike Moskowitz's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, December 7, 2024
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Meditation and Mindfulness with Rabbi Adam Kligfeld
December 6th, 2024 | 17 mins 30 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
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Parenting Through The Parsha: VaYeitzei
December 6th, 2024 | 8 mins 8 secs
Rabbi Matt Shapiro explores this week's Torah reading through the lens of Parenting.
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Rashi Class: Shemot/Exodus 11:9
December 4th, 2024 | 58 mins 7 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 4, 2024, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 11:9.
(Facebook/Zoom)
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Shabbat Teaching: Seudah Sh'lishit Vayeitze 5785
November 30th, 2024 | 34 mins 47 secs
Rabbi-Cantor Hillary Chorny's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, November 30, 2024.
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Shabbat Sermon: "'A Simple Man' - Who Sits in Tents vs. 'A Man of the Field.' Who to Emulate?"
November 30th, 2024 | 24 mins 15 secs
Guest Rabbi Gershom Sizomu's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, November 30, 2024.