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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Sources Through Srugim: Kol Isha - Hearing A Woman's Voice
November 18th, 2020 | 53 mins 7 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 episode 6.
The discussion was conducted via Zoom on November 18, 2020.
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Meditation and Mindfulness with Rabbi Adam Kligfeld
November 18th, 2020 | 9 mins 28 secs
Join Rabbi Kligfeld for short bursts of meditation, infused with the imagery, wisdom and rhythms of the Jewish calendar and verses from Torah. Most of these meditations are done in a sitting positions, whereas some are done standing. No experience is necessary. Just find yourself in a comfortable position, press play, listen to his voice and instructions, and invite yourself into the serenity and tranquility that meditation can bring you.
(Rabbi/Cantor Hillary Chorny substitutes for Rabbi Kligfled. This recording took place on November 18, 2020.)
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Rashi Class: Shemot/Exodus 2:23
November 18th, 2020 | 59 mins 23 secs
Rashi Class conducted by Rabbi Adam Kligfeld at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, on November 18, 2020.
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Navigate And Master The Prayerbook – Weekday Mornings & Intro to Ma’ariv (Eve)
November 17th, 2020 | 59 mins 58 secs
Rabbi Cantor Hillary Chorny leads an adventure through the siddur focused on structure, themes and music of the Jewish prayer experience. All Hebrew levels welcome.
This class was conducted at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles via Zoom on November 17, 2020.
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Siddur Class #30 Shacharit: Third Paragraph of the Shema Part 4
November 17th, 2020 | 37 mins 17 secs
Rabbi Avi Havivi's siddur class at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles - November 17. 2020 via Zoom.
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Shabbat Teaching: Toldot
November 14th, 2020 | 34 mins 32 secs
Rabbi Adam Kligfeld's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, on November 14, 2020.
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Shabbat Teaching: Chayei Sara
November 14th, 2020 | 1 hr 3 mins
Larry Herman and Rick Muller join Rabbi Rebecca Schatz with an extended discussion of this week's Haftorah: Chayei Sara at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, November 14, 2020.
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Shabbat Sermon - Morning: Chayei Sara
November 14th, 2020 | 7 mins 46 secs
Rabbi Adam Kligfeld's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, on November 14, 2020.
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Exploring the Parasha - Chaye Sarah: Speaking On The Bad And/Or Good
November 13th, 2020 | 54 mins 22 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 November 13, 2020.
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Meditation and Mindfulness with Rabbi Adam Kligfeld
November 13th, 2020 | 15 mins 45 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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Meditation and Mindfulness with Rabbi Adam Kligfeld
November 13th, 2020 | 15 mins 19 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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Sources Through Srugim: Divorce
November 11th, 2020 | 48 mins 14 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 episode 5.
The discussion was conducted via Zoom on November 11, 2020.
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Meditation and Mindfulness with Rabbi Adam Kligfeld - Endings and Beginnings
November 11th, 2020 | 13 mins 44 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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Navigate and Master The Prayerbook - Wrapping Up the Weekday Service
November 10th, 2020 | 1 hr 14 mins
Rabbi Cantor Hillary Chorny leads an adventure through the siddur focused on structure, themes and music of the Jewish prayer experience. All Hebrew levels welcome.
This class was conducted at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles via Zoom on November 10, 2020.
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Siddur Class #29 Shacharit: Third Paragraph of the Shema Part 3
November 10th, 2020 | 37 mins 27 secs
Rabbi Avi Havivi's siddur class at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles - November 10. 2020 via Zoom.
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Shabbat Teaching: Captives on the Carousel of Time
November 7th, 2020 | 23 mins 47 secs
Rabbinic Intern Josh Jacob's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, on November 7, 2020.