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 6:23

    January 25th, 2023  |  1 hr 9 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 25, 2023, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 6:23.

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    Siddur Class #105 - Shir Shel Yom - Part 12

    January 24th, 2023  |  38 mins 3 secs

    Rabbi Avi Havivi's siddur class at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles and via Zoom - January 24, 2023

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    Shabbat Learning: "For I Have Hardened His Heart"

    January 21st, 2023  |  26 mins 36 secs

    Rabbinic Intern Ben Sigal's Shabbat Learning at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, January 21, 2023.

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    Shabbat Sermon: " One God, Many Torahs"

    January 21st, 2023  |  19 mins 21 secs

    Rabbi Adam Kligfeld's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, January 21, 2023.

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    Rashi Class: Shemot/Exodus 6:20

    January 18th, 2023  |  59 mins 46 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 18, 2023, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 6:20.

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    Siddur Class #104 - Shir Shel Yom - Part 11

    January 17th, 2023  |  37 mins 39 secs

    Rabbi Avi Havivi's siddur class at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles and via Zoom - January 17, 2023

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    Shabbat Teaching: Vaera 5783 Shabbat Afternoon Learning

    January 14th, 2023  |  29 mins 25 secs

    Rabbi-Cantor Hillary Chorny's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, January 14, 2023.

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    Shabbat Sermon: "This Israeli Moment—Let us Pray"

    January 14th, 2023  |  30 mins 46 secs

    Rabbi Adam Kligfeld's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, January 14, 2023.

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    Meditation and Mindfulness with Rabbi Adam Kligfeld

    January 13th, 2023  |  18 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.

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    Rashi Class: Shemot/Exodus 6:16

    January 11th, 2023  |  56 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 11, 2023, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 6:16.

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    Siddur Class #103 - Shir Shel Yom - Part 10

    January 10th, 2023  |  35 mins 43 secs

    Rabbi Avi Havivi's siddur class at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles and via Zoom - January 10, 2023

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    Shabbat Teaching: Shemot 1:1

    January 7th, 2023  |  34 mins 47 secs

    Rabbi Adam Kligfeld's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, January 7, 2023.

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    Shabbat Sermon: “Jumping Ahead for Blessings”

    January 7th, 2023  |  8 mins 23 secs

    Rabbi Rebecca Schatz's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, January 7, 2023.

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    Rashi Class: Shemot/Exodus 6:13

    January 4th, 2023  |  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, January 4, 2023, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 6:13.

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    Shabbat Teaching: Hazak, Hazak, V’nithazek - Parashat VaYehi 2022

    December 31st, 2022  |  35 mins 37 secs

    Rabbi Rebecca Schatz's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, December 31, 2022.

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    Shabbat Sermon: "The Ethical Functions of Deuteronomic Laws in Early Second Temple Judaism - Differing Views Among Pharisees, Saducees and Kararites"

    December 31st, 2022  |  11 mins 25 secs

    Shabbat Sermon by Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, member Bob Braun, December 31, 2022.