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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Fall 2022 Davening Institute: Shabbat Morning - Class #1
October 21st, 2022 | 57 mins 37 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.
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Sh'Mini Atzeret Yizkor Sermon: "Chosen Grief"
October 17th, 2022 | 13 mins 15 secs
Rabbi-Cantor Hillary Chorny's Yizkor Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, October 17, 2022.
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Shabbat Teaching: “Face to Face—Intimacy or Authority?”
October 15th, 2022 | 25 mins 24 secs
Rabbi Adam Kligfeld's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, October 15, 2022.
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Shabbat Sermons: "Happiness Is Acceptance"
October 15th, 2022 | 13 mins 6 secs
Rabbi Adam Kligfeld and Rabbi Rebecca Schatz's Shabbat Sermons at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, October 15, 2022.
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Rashi Class: Shemot/Exodus 6:4
October 12th, 2022 | 49 mins 3 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, October 12, 2022, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 6:4.
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Sukkot Teaching Day 2 5783
October 11th, 2022 | 28 mins 6 secs
Rabbi Rebecca Schatz and Rabbi Matt Shaprio's Sukkot Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, October 11, 2022.
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Sukkot Sermon: "Why Marking Time Matters"
October 10th, 2022 | 6 mins 21 secs
Rabbi Elliot Dorf's Sukkot Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, October 10, 2022.
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Shabbat Teaching: "The Heart of Our Matter"
October 8th, 2022 | 34 mins 33 secs
Rabbi Rebecca Schatz's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, October 8, 2022.
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Shabbat Teaching: "Siyyum for Tractate Bava Kamma”
October 8th, 2022 | 33 mins 29 secs
Rabbi Adam Kligfeld's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, October 8, 2022.
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Shabbat Sermon: “Forever Letter: The Life You Write.”
October 7th, 2022 | 8 mins 35 secs
Rabbinic Intern Chayva Lehrman's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, October 7, 2022.
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Meditation and Mindfulness with Rabbi Adam Kligfeld
October 7th, 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.
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Yom Kippur Sermon: "Fully Present: Living our Past"
October 4th, 2022 | 21 mins 50 secs
Rabbi Rebecca Schatz's Yom Kippur Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, October 4, 2022.
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Yom Kippur Sermon: "The Holiness and Health of Chosen Suffering"
October 4th, 2022 | 28 mins 36 secs
Rabbi Adam Kligfeld's Yom Kippur Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, October 4, 2022.
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Shabbat Learning: "I Have Only These Festivals"
October 1st, 2022 | 26 mins 8 secs
Rabbinic Intern Ben Sigal's Shabbat Learning at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, October 1, 2022.
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Shabbat Sermon: "When You’re Not In Patagonia: Connections, Community and the Power of the Communal Experience"
October 1st, 2022 | 19 mins 4 secs
Dr. Erica Rothblum's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, October 1, 2022.
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Meditation and Mindfulness with Rabbi Adam Kligfeld
September 30th, 2022 | 18 mins 1 sec
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.