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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Parenting Through The Parsha
March 1st, 2024 | 8 mins 57 secs
Rabbi Matt Shapiro explores this week's Torah reading through the lens of Parenting.
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Bible 101: Reading the Bible Through 21st Century Glasses - Class 7
February 29th, 2024 | 1 hr 33 mins
New methods of analyzing archaeological finds, new understanding of the nuances of ancient Semitic languages, new comprehension of the texture and structure of Biblical texts, etc., have given today’s Bible scholars opportunities to unlock fresh meanings that are embedded in the Tanakh. In this series of classes, Rabbi Joel Rembaum explores these 21st century insights and explains how they deepen our grasp of the teachings of our ancient sacred literature. Have a Bible handy.
This class was conducted on Zoom on February 28, 2024.
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Psalms That Pack a Wallop! - Psalm 34 (Part 2)
February 28th, 2024 | 1 hr 23 mins
The Psalms of the Hebrew Bible express many emotions: Praise of God and cries of “Where are you God?;” joy and sorrow; hopefulness and hopelessness; faith and doubt. In this series of eight classes, Rabbi Emeritus Joel Rembaum leads a discussion to interpret the profound expressions of the great poets of the Hebrew Bible. Have a Bible handy.
This class was conducted via Zoom on February 27, 2024.
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Siddur Class #133 - Intro To Jewish Theology - Part 20
February 27th, 2024 | 43 mins 41 secs
Rabbi Avi Havivi's siddur class at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles and via Zoom - February 27, 2024
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Shabbat Teaching: "V'Shamru, Our Extra Soul, and Havdallah"
February 24th, 2024 | 22 mins 17 secs
Rabbinic Intern Ben Sigal's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, February 24, 2024.
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Parenting Through The Parsha
February 23rd, 2024 | 8 mins 15 secs
Rabbi Matt Shapiro explores this week's Torah reading through the lens of Parenting.
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Bible 101: Reading the Bible Through 21st Century Glasses - Class 6
February 21st, 2024 | 55 mins 54 secs
New methods of analyzing archaeological finds, new understanding of the nuances of ancient Semitic languages, new comprehension of the texture and structure of Biblical texts, etc., have given today’s Bible scholars opportunities to unlock fresh meanings that are embedded in the Tanakh. In this series of classes, Rabbi Joel Rembaum explores these 21st century insights and explains how they deepen our grasp of the teachings of our ancient sacred literature. Have a Bible handy.
This class was conducted on Zoom on February 21, 2024.
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Psalms That Pack a Wallop! - Psalm 34 (Part 1)
February 21st, 2024 | 1 hr 24 mins
The Psalms of the Hebrew Bible express many emotions: Praise of God and cries of “Where are you God?;” joy and sorrow; hopefulness and hopelessness; faith and doubt. In this series of eight classes, Rabbi Emeritus Joel Rembaum leads a discussion to interpret the profound expressions of the great poets of the Hebrew Bible. Have a Bible handy.
This class was conducted via Zoom on February 20, 2024.
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Siddur Class #132 - Intro To Jewish Theology - Part 19
February 21st, 2024 | 43 mins 13 secs
Rabbi Avi Havivi's siddur class at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles and via Zoom - February 20, 2024
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Rashi Class: Shemot/Exodus 9:18
February 21st, 2024 | 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, February 21, 2024, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 9:18.
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Baruch Link Scholar in Residence Weekend - Sunday, February 18, 2024 - Author Yaniv Iczkovits
February 18th, 2024 | 1 hr 19 mins
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Shabbat Teaching: Parshat Tetzaveh / פרשת תצוה “Like Oil”
February 17th, 2024 | 36 mins 43 secs
Rabbi Adam Kligfeld's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, February 17, 2024.
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Shabbat Sermon: "Reflections on TBA's Solidarity Mission to Israel"
February 17th, 2024 | 21 mins 23 secs
TBA's Vice President of Resource Development Michael Steuer's reflections on the synagogue's recent trip to Israel, February 17, 2024, at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles.
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Parenting Through The Parsha
February 16th, 2024 | 5 mins 50 secs
Rabbi Matt Shapiro explores this week's Torah reading through the lens of Parenting.
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Meditation and Mindfulness with Rabbi Adam Kligfeld
February 16th, 2024 | 16 mins 45 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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Bible 101: Reading the Bible Through 21st Century Glasses - Class 5
February 14th, 2024 | 1 hr 18 mins
New methods of analyzing archaeological finds, new understanding of the nuances of ancient Semitic languages, new comprehension of the texture and structure of Biblical texts, etc., have given today’s Bible scholars opportunities to unlock fresh meanings that are embedded in the Tanakh. In this series of classes, Rabbi Joel Rembaum explores these 21st century insights and explains how they deepen our grasp of the teachings of our ancient sacred literature. Have a Bible handy.
This class was conducted on Zoom on February 14, 2024.