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 7:19

    June 28th, 2023  |  59 mins 47 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, June 28, 2023, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 7:19.

  • Shabbat Teaching: Shabbat Afternoon Parsha Study Parshat Hukkat, 2023/תשפ״ג/5783

    June 24th, 2023  |  30 mins 43 secs

    Rabbi Adam Kligfeld's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, June 24, 2023.

  • Shabbat Sermon: “Lenient, But Uncomfortable.”

    June 24th, 2023  |  13 mins 9 secs

    Rabbi Adam Kligfeld's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, June 24, 2023.

  • Meditation and Mindfulness with Rabbi Adam Kligfeld

    June 23rd, 2023  |  17 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.

  • Rashi Class: Shemot/Exodus 7:19

    June 21st, 2023  |  59 mins 41 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, June 21, 2023, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 7:19.

  • Shabbat Sermon: “Find Some Comfort In This Pose”

    June 17th, 2023  |  11 mins 42 secs

    Rabbi Adam Kligfeld's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, June 17, 2023.

  • Shabbat Teaching: "Scouting vs. Seeing" Parashat Shlach 5783

    June 10th, 2023  |  34 mins 2 secs

    Rabbi Rebecca Schatz's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, June 10, 2023.

  • Rashi Class: Shemot/Exodus 7:18

    June 7th, 2023  |  1 hr 3 mins

    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, June 7, 2023, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 7:18.

  • Siddur Class #119 - Intro To Jewish Theology - Part 7

    June 6th, 2023  |  43 mins 23 secs

    Rabbi Avi Havivi's siddur class at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles and via Zoom - June 6, 2023

  • Shabbat Teaching: פרשת בהלותך / Parshat B'ha'alotekha, 2023/תשפ״ג/5783

    June 3rd, 2023  |  37 mins 20 secs

    Rabbi Adam Kligfeld's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, June 3, 2023.

  • Rashi Class: Shemot/Exodus 7:16

    May 31st, 2023  |  1 hr 5 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 31, 2023, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 7:16.

  • Siddur Class #118 - Intro To Jewish Theology - Part 6

    May 30th, 2023  |  32 mins 47 secs

    Rabbi Avi Havivi's siddur class at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles and via Zoom - May 30, 2023

  • Shabbat Teaching: Shabbat Afternoon Teaching Nasso 5783

    May 27th, 2023  |  37 mins 59 secs

    Rabbi-Cantor Hillary Chorny's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, March 27, 2023.

  • Shavuot Yizkor Sermon: "Mourning the Unexpected"

    May 27th, 2023  |  11 mins 7 secs

    Rabbi Rebecca Schatz's Shavuot Yizkor Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, May 27, 2023.

  • Shavuot Sermon: "Ro’im et HaKolot"

    May 26th, 2023  |  20 mins 1 sec

    Rabbi Micah Shapiro's Shavuot Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, May 26, 2023, introduced by Rabbi-Cantor Hillary Chorny.

  • Rashi Class: Shemot/Exodus 7:14

    May 24th, 2023  |  56 mins 37 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 24, 2023, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 7:14.