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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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.
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Rashi Class: Shemot/Exodus 9:16
February 14th, 2024 | 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, February 14, 2024, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 9:16.
(Facebook/Zoom)
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Psalms That Pack a Wallop! - Psalm 29
February 14th, 2024 | 1 hr 37 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 13, 2024.
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Shabbat Teaching: V'haya Ehad: Parshat Terumah 5784 Shabbat Afternoon
February 10th, 2024 | 35 mins 35 secs
Rabbi-Cantor Hillary Chorny's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, February 10, 2024.
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Shabbat Sermon: Samson Nderitu, Rabbinical student from Uganda
February 10th, 2024 | 18 mins 17 secs
Shabbat Sermon by Samson Nderitu, Rabbinical student from Uganda, at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, February 10, 2024.
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Bible 101: Reading the Bible Through 21st Century Glasses - Class 4
February 7th, 2024 | 1 hr 28 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 7, 2024
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Psalms That Pack a Wallop! - Psalms 19 and 29
February 7th, 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 6, 2024.
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Shabbat Teaching: Refugee Shabbat 2024
February 3rd, 2024 | 26 mins 59 secs
Rabbi Rebecca Schatz's Shabbat Teaching on February 3, 2024.
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Bible 101: Reading the Bible Through 21st Century Glasses - Class 3
February 1st, 2024 | 1 hr 28 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 January 31, 2024
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Psalms That Pack a Wallop! - Psalm 19
January 31st, 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 January 30, 2024.
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Rashi Class: Shemot/Exodus 9:14
January 31st, 2024 | 49 mins 17 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 31, 2024, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 9:14.
(Facebook/Zoom)
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Siddur Class #131 - Intro To Jewish Theology - Part 18
January 30th, 2024 | 54 mins 7 secs
Rabbi Avi Havivi's siddur class at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles and via Zoom - January 30, 2024
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Shabbat Teaching: Parshat B’shalah, 2024 / פרשת בשלח, תשפ״ד Honor Your Parents…But How?!
January 27th, 2024 | 44 mins 21 secs
Rabbi Adam Kligfeld's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, January 27, 2024.
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Shabbat Sermon: "Music as a Whole"
January 27th, 2024 | 11 mins 1 sec
Rabbi Rebecca Schatz's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, January 27, 2024.
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Meditation and Mindfulness with Rabbi Adam Kligfeld
January 26th, 2024 | 17 mins 42 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 2
January 25th, 2024 | 1 hr 26 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 via Zoom on January 24, 2024