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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Halakha 101: Jewish Law, Practices and Customs - Class 6 - Kashering Part 3
January 11th, 2022 | 57 mins 52 secs
Rabbi Rebecca Schatz leads a weekly Zoom class diving into Jewish Law surrounding Kashrut and Shabbat (to begin with) through the original and traditional sources. No prior knowledge, interest or expertise needed. Just interest in learning, in questioning, in potential for excitement and flexibility to see law vs. custom when appropriate.
This class was conducted on January 11, 2022.
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Siddur Class #76: Tachanun
January 11th, 2022 | 43 mins 25 secs
Rabbi Avi Havivi's siddur class at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles via Zoom - January 11, 2022
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Shabbat Teaching: Seudah 3 Poetry
January 8th, 2022 | 24 mins 41 secs
Rabbinic Resident Julia Knobloch's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, on January 8, 2022.
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Meditation and Mindfulness with Rabbi Adam Kligfeld
January 7th, 2022 | 16 mins 10 secs
Rabbi Adam Kligfeld offers up short bursts of meditation infused with the 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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Exploring the Parasha: Mental Health and Spiritual Growth -- Bo
January 7th, 2022 | 57 mins 47 secs
Rabbis Rebecca Schatz and Matt Shapiro lead a discussion of the most interesting stories, verses and themes in the weekly parasha.
This discussion was conducted at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles on January 7, 2022.
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Halakha 101: Jewish Law, Practices and Customs - Class 5 - Kashering Part 2
January 6th, 2022 | 1 hr 2 mins
Rabbi Rebecca Schatz leads a weekly Zoom class diving into Jewish Law surrounding Kashrut and Shabbat (to begin with) through the original and traditional sources. No prior knowledge, interest or expertise needed. Just interest in learning, in questioning, in potential for excitement and flexibility to see law vs. custom when appropriate.
This class was conducted on January 4, 2022.
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Rashi Class: Shemot/Exodus 4:20
January 5th, 2022 | 57 mins 55 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 5, 2022, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 4:20.
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Siddur Class #75: Order of the Amidah
January 4th, 2022 | 38 mins 34 secs
Rabbi Avi Havivi's siddur class at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles via Zoom - January 4, 2022
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Shabbat Teaching: He Let Us Go?! But Who?
January 1st, 2022 | 36 mins 27 secs
Rabbi Rebecca Schatz's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, on January 1, 2022.
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Shabbat Sermon: One God. Two Names. One Tent?—Political and Religious Diversity at TBA
January 1st, 2022 | 23 mins 58 secs
Rabbi Adam Kligfeld's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, on January 1, 2022.
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Meditation and Mindfulness with Rabbi Adam Kligfeld
December 31st, 2021 | 16 mins 31 secs
Rabbi Adam Kligfeld offers up short bursts of meditation infused with the 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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Exploring the Parasha: Mental Health and Spiritual Growth -- Vaera
December 31st, 2021 | 32 mins 10 secs
Rabbis Rebecca Schatz and Matt Shapiro lead a discussion of the most interesting stories, verses and themes in the weekly parasha.
This discussion was conducted at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles on December 30, 2021.
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Meditation and Mindfulness with Rabbi Adam Kligfeld
December 29th, 2021 | 18 mins 31 secs
Rabbi Adam Kligfeld offers up short bursts of meditation infused with the 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 4:19
December 29th, 2021 | 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, December 29, 2021, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 4:19.
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Halakha 101: Jewish Law, Practices and Customs - Class 4 - Kashering
December 28th, 2021 | 1 hr 1 min
Rabbi Rebecca Schatz leads a weekly Zoom class diving into Jewish Law surrounding Kashrut and Shabbat (to begin with) through the original and traditional sources. No prior knowledge, interest or expertise needed. Just interest in learning, in questioning, in potential for excitement and flexibility to see law vs. custom when appropriate.
This class was conducted on December 28 ,2021.
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Shabbat Teaching: Book of Failed Salvation
December 25th, 2021 | 26 mins 35 secs
Rabbinic Resident Julia Knobloch's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, Saturday, December 25, 2021.