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

  • Rashi Class: Shemot/Exodus 12:17

    May 28th, 2025  |  58 mins 15 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, May 28, 2025, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 12:17.

    (Facebook/Zoom)

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    Let Justice Well Up Like Water — the Book of Amos - Second Series - Class 5

    May 27th, 2025  |  56 mins 9 secs

    This is the fifth class in the second series studying the Book of the prophet Amos. This session focuses on Amos Chapter 7 verses 1 to 9. 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 May 27, 2025

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    Siddur Class #168 - The Modern Era - Rav Kook - Part 1

    May 27th, 2025  |  40 mins 43 secs

    Rabbi Avi Havivi's siddur class at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles via Zoom - May 27, 2025.

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    Shabbat Teaching: Omer "Learning Through Pirkei Avot"

    May 24th, 2025  |  41 mins 14 secs

    Rabbi Rebecca Schatz's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, May 24, 2025.

    (Youtube/Zoom)

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    Shabbat Sermon: "The Power of Seven"

    May 24th, 2025  |  15 mins 59 secs

    Ayla Feuerstein's Bat Mitzvah Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, May 24, 2025.

    (Youtube)

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    Meditation and Mindfulness with Rabbi-Cantor Hilary Chorny

    May 23rd, 2025  |  21 mins 21 secs

    Rabbi-Cantor Hilary Chorney 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-Cantor Chorney'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 13 - Martin Luther - Part 2

    May 21st, 2025  |  1 hr 12 mins

    In Rabbi Rembaum's continuing series, he 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.
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    This session took place via Zoom on May 21, 2025.

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    Let Justice Well Up Like Water — the Book of Amos - Second Series - Class 4

    May 21st, 2025  |  1 hr 15 mins

    This is the fourth class in the second series studying the Book of the prophet Amos. This session focuses on Amos Chapter 6 verses 9 and following. 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 May 20, 2025

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    Rashi Class: Shemot/Exodus 12:16

    May 21st, 2025  |  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, May 21, 2025, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 12:16.

    (Facebook/Zoom)

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    Shabbat Teaching: Behar-Behukkotai Seudah 5785

    May 17th, 2025  |  35 mins 26 secs

    Rabbi-Cantor Hillary Chorny's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, May 17, 2025.

    (Youtube)

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    Shabbat Sermon: "The Past, Present, and Future of Shabbat."

    May 17th, 2025  |  12 mins 43 secs

    Rabbi Gordon Bernat-Kunin's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am's Library Minyan, May 17, 2025.

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    Shabbat Sermon: “Choosing. Including The Choice To Not Have A Choice.”

    May 17th, 2025  |  16 mins 32 secs

    Rabbi Adam Kligfeld's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, May 17, 2025.

    (Youtube)

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    Meditation and Mindfulness with Rabbi Adam Kligfeld

    May 16th, 2025  |  20 mins 2 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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    Let Justice Well Up Like Water — the Book of Amos - Second Series - Class 3

    May 14th, 2025  |  1 hr 5 mins

    This is the third class in the second series studying the Book of the prophet Amos. This session focuses on Amos Chapter 6. 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 May 13, 2025

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    Rashi Class: Shemot/Exodus 12:15

    May 14th, 2025  |  57 mins 51 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, May 14, 2025, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 12:15.

    (Facebook/Zoom)

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    Siddur Class #167 - The Modern Era - Mordecai Kaplan And The Reconstructionist Siddur - Part 2

    May 13th, 2025  |  28 mins 41 secs

    Rabbi Avi Havivi's siddur class at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles via Zoom - May 13, 2025.