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 6:10

    November 23rd, 2022  |  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, November 23, 2022, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 6:10.

  • Siddur Class #99 - Shir Shel Yom - Part 6

    November 22nd, 2022  |  41 mins 49 secs

    Rabbi Avi Havivi's siddur class at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles and via Zoom - November 22, 2022

  • Shabbat Teaching: Parshat Toldot / פרשת תולדות

    November 19th, 2022  |  35 mins 19 secs

    Rabbi Adam Kligfeld's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, November 19, 2022.

  • Shabbat Learning: "What Makes a Caring Partner?"

    November 19th, 2022  |  8 mins 20 secs

    Rabbinic Intern Ben Sigal's Shabbat Learning at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, November 19, 2022.

  • Shabbat Sermon: “A Place Among Us.”

    November 18th, 2022  |  4 mins 28 secs

    Rabbinic Intern Chayva Lehrman's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, on November 18, 2022.

  • Meditation and Mindfulness with Rabbi Adam Kligfeld

    November 18th, 2022  |  15 mins 49 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.

  • Fall 2022 Davening Institute: Shabbat Morning - Class #3

    November 18th, 2022  |  43 mins 24 secs

    Cantor Chorny offers this six-session course that teaches beginner and intermediate davenners how to lead Shabbat Shaharit. The class will offer insights into nusah, the structure of prayer, and how to lead well (regardless of musical ability).

    The class is offered in partnership between Temple Beth Am & the Ziegler School of Rabbinic Studies.

  • Rashi Class: Shemot/Exodus 6:9

    November 16th, 2022  |  1 hr 2 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, November 16, 2022, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 6:9.

  • Siddur Class #98 - Shir Shel Yom - Part 5

    November 15th, 2022  |  30 mins 12 secs

    Rabbi Avi Havivi's siddur class at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles and via Zoom - November 15, 2022

  • Shabbat Learning: "Chayei Sarah: Memory of a Servant Man? Narrative of Eliezer?"

    November 12th, 2022  |  31 mins 51 secs

    Shabbat Learning with Rabbinic Intern Yael Aranoff at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, November 12, 2022.

  • Shabbat Sermon: "God’s Ezer-Kenegdo"

    November 12th, 2022  |  13 mins 11 secs

    Rabbi Gordon Bernat-Kunin's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, November 12, 2022.

  • Shabbat Sermon: Guest Speaker - Ron Weinreich

    November 12th, 2022  |  19 mins 32 secs

    Israeli soldier Ron Weinreich from the organization “El Ami-El Atzmi” is the guest speaker. A triumph story of the spirit and the hidden powers within Israeli veterans.

  • Meditation and Mindfulness with Rabbi Adam Kligfeld

    November 11th, 2022  |  17 mins 12 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.

  • Fall 2022 Davening Institute: Shabbat Morning - Class #2

    November 9th, 2022  |  56 mins 17 secs

    Cantor Chorny offers this six-session course that teaches beginner and intermediate davenners how to lead Shabbat Shaharit. The class will offer insights into nusah, the structure of prayer, and how to lead well (regardless of musical ability).

    The class is offered in partnership between Temple Beth Am & the Ziegler School of Rabbinic Studies.

  • Rashi Class: Shemot/Exodus 6:9

    November 9th, 2022  |  59 mins 27 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, November 9, 2022, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 6:9.

  • Siddur Class #97 - Shir Shel Yom - Part 4

    November 8th, 2022  |  35 mins 20 secs

    Rabbi Avi Havivi's siddur class at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles and via Zoom - November 8, 2022