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

  • Shabbat Sermon: Naso

    May 21st, 2021  |  14 mins 59 secs

    Rabbi Adam Kligfeld's Shabbat Sermon from Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, Friday, May 21, 2021.

  • Exploring the Parasha: Naso - Nazarite Law

    May 21st, 2021  |  52 mins 53 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 via Zoom on May 21, 2021.

  • Sources Through Srugim: Tzniut (Modesty)

    May 19th, 2021  |  46 mins 22 secs

    Rabbis Rebecca Schatz and Josh Pernick lead a discussion of important issues raised in the hit Israeli TV series "Srugim" (available on Amazon Prime) and their relationship to halakha (Jewish Law). Each podcast in this series will address an issue raised in a specific episode of "Srugim". This podcast is based on season 2 episode 14.

    The discussion was conducted via Zoom on May 19. 2021.

  • Meditation and Mindfulness with Rabbi Adam Kligfeld

    May 19th, 2021  |  17 mins 37 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.

  • Rashi Class: Shemot/Exodus 3:22

    May 19th, 2021  |  59 mins 14 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 May 19, 2021, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 3:22.

  • Shavout Morning: Yiskor Sermon

    May 18th, 2021  |  14 mins 38 secs

    Rabbi Rebecca Schatz's Yizkor Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, on May 18, 2021.

  • Shabbat Teaching: Returning to Celestial Torah

    May 15th, 2021  |  23 mins 30 secs

    Rabbinic Intern Joshuah Jacobs' Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, on May 15, 2021.

  • Shabbat Teaching: Morning - Bamidbar - Coming Back as One(s)

    May 15th, 2021  |  20 mins 13 secs

    Rabbi Rebecca Schatz's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, on May 15, 2021.

  • Meditation and Mindfulness with Rabbi Adam Kligfeld

    May 14th, 2021  |  13 mins 52 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.

  • Exploring the Parasha: Bamidbar - Numbers 2:2

    May 14th, 2021  |  59 mins 9 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 via Zoom on May 14, 2021.

  • Sources Through Srugim: L’shon HaRa

    May 12th, 2021  |  55 mins 38 secs

    Rabbis Rebecca Schatz and Josh Pernick lead a discussion of important issues raised in the hit Israeli TV series "Srugim" (available on Amazon Prime) and their relationship to halakha (Jewish Law). Each podcast in this series will address an issue raised in a specific episode of "Srugim". This podcast is based on season 2 episode 13.

    The discussion was conducted via Zoom on May 12. 2021.

  • Meditation and Mindfulness with Rabbi Adam Kligfeld

    May 12th, 2021  |  14 mins 54 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.

  • Rashi Class: Shemot/Exodus 3:20

    May 12th, 2021  |  52 mins 39 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 May 12, 2021, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 3:20.

  • Siddur Class #52: Weekday Amidah - Second Bracha: Gevurot - Part 2

    May 11th, 2021  |  43 mins 5 secs

    Rabbi Avi Havivi's siddur class at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles in the main sanctuary and via Zoom - May 11,, 2021

  • Shabbat Teaching: Bemidbar

    May 8th, 2021  |  28 mins 45 secs

    Rabbi Adam Kligfeld's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, on May 8, 2021.

  • Shabbat Morning - Sermon: Behar-Bechukotai

    May 8th, 2021  |  19 mins 50 secs

    Rabbi Adam Kligfeld's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, on May 8, 2021.