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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Antisemitism — The World's Oldest Conspiracy Theory - Session 12 - Martin Luther
May 7th, 2025 | 1 hr 19 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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Let Justice Well Up Like Water — the Book of Amos - Second Series - Class 2
May 7th, 2025 | 1 hr 12 mins
This is the second class in the second series studying the Book of the prophet Amos. This session focuses on Amos Chapter 5 staring at verse 18. 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 6, 2025
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Rashi Class: Shemot/Exodus 12:15
May 7th, 2025 | 1 hr 38 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 7, 2025, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 12:15.
(Facebook/Zoom)
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Siddur Class #166 - The Modern Era - Mordecai Kaplan And The Reconstructionist Siddur
May 6th, 2025 | 44 mins 27 secs
Rabbi Avi Havivi's siddur class at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles via Zoom - May 6, 2025.
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Shabbat Teaching: Shabbat Afternoon Acharei Mot-Kedoshim 5785
May 3rd, 2025 | 28 mins 33 secs
Rabbi-Cantor Hillary Chorny's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, May 3, 2025.
(Youtube/Zoom)
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Shabbat Sermon: "Living in our Liminal Spaces”
May 3rd, 2025 | 11 mins 10 secs
Rabbi Rebecca Schatz's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, May 3, 2025.
(Youtube)
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Meditation and Mindfulness with Rabbi-Cantor Hilary Chorny
May 2nd, 2025 | 22 mins 19 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 11
April 30th, 2025 | 1 hr 14 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.
This session took place via Zoom on April 30, 2025.
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Let Justice Well Up Like Water — the Book of Amos - Second Series - Class 1
April 30th, 2025 | 1 hr 7 mins
This is the first class in the second series studying the Book of the prophet Amos. This session focuses on Amos Chapter 5. 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 April 29, 2025
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Shabbat Teaching: "Spiritual Dermatology"
April 26th, 2025 | 25 mins 17 secs
Rabbinic Intern Aviva Frank's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, April 26, 2025.
(Youtube)
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Shabbat Sermon: "Crossing Boundaries—Leaping Toward Ecstasy”
April 26th, 2025 | 18 mins 47 secs
Rabbi Adam Kligfeld's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, April 26, 2025.
(Youtube)
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Meditation and Mindfulness with Rabbi Adam Kligfeld
April 25th, 2025 | 23 mins 35 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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Rashi Class: Shemot/Exodus 12:14
April 23rd, 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, April 23, 2025, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 12:14.
(Facebook/Zoom)
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Siddur Class #165 - The Modern Era - Mordecai Kaplan
April 22nd, 2025 | 32 mins 54 secs
Rabbi Avi Havivi's siddur class at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles via Zoom -April 22, 2025.
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Passover-Yizkor Sermon: "I’ll Carry You In My Bones"
April 20th, 2025 | 21 mins 12 secs
Rabbi-Cantor Hillary Chorny's Passover-Yizkor Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, April 20, 2025.
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Passover/Shabbat Teaching: "Ashkenazim and Kitniyot"
April 19th, 2025 | 31 mins 56 secs
Rabbi-Cantor Hillary Chorny's Passover/Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, April 19, 2025.
(Youtube/Zoom)