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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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    Shavuot Sermon: “ Gleaning With Ruth.”

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 8:03


    Guest speaker Mathis Chazanov's Shavuot Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, June 2, 2025. (Youtube) Special Guest: Mathis Chazanov.

    Shavuot Tikkun Plenary Session - "Being a Jew Right Now - and How We Got Here"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 47:13


    Shavuot Tikkun Plenary session with Sarah Hurwitz, in Hevruta with Tom Fields-Meyer, in discussion of her new book: “As a Jew: Reclaiming our Story from Those who Blame, Shame and Try to Erase Us,” at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, June 1, 2025. Introduced by Rabbi Rebecca Schatz. (Youtube) Special Guests: Sarah Hurwitz and Tom Fields-Meyer.

    Shabbat Teaching: Pirkei Avot Chapter 6: The Additional Perek (Beraitot or Kinyan Torah)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2025 30:03


    Rabbinic Intern Aviva Frank's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, May 31, 2025. (Youtube/Zoom) Special Guest: Aviva Frank.

    Shabbat Sermon: "Wandering In/With Wilderness”

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2025 11:25


    Rabbi Rebecca Schatz's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, May 31, 2025. (Youtube)

    Rashi Class: Shemot/Exodus 12:17

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 58:15


    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, May 28, 2025, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 12:17. (Facebook/Zoom)

    Let Justice Well Up Like Water — the Book of Amos - Second Series - Class 5

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 56:09


    This is the fifth class in the second series studying the Book of the prophet Amos. This session focuses on Amos Chapter 7 verses 1 to 9. Amos was active in the mid-eighth century BCE (ca. 750 BCE). He lived in the kingdom of Judah, in a town called Tekoa, some ten miles south of Jerusalem. Although he was from the Southern Kingdom, his prophecies focused on Israel, the Northern Kingdom. Unlike many of the other prophets, his primary charges against Israel dealt with injustice and immorality. Paganism, for Amos, was a secondary issue. Amos was a master of rhetorical argument, and his powerful use of metaphors is classical. The class took place via Zoom on May 27, 2025 Special Guest: Rabbi Emeritus Joel Rembaum.

    Siddur Class #168 - The Modern Era - Rav Kook - Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2025 40:43


    Rabbi Avi Havivi's siddur class at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles via Zoom - May 27, 2025. Special Guest: Rabbi Avi Havivi.

    Shabbat Teaching: Omer "Learning Through Pirkei Avot"

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2025 41:14


    Rabbi Rebecca Schatz's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, May 24, 2025. (Youtube/Zoom)

    Shabbat Sermon: "The Power of Seven"

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2025 15:59


    Ayla Feuerstein's Bat Mitzvah Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, May 24, 2025. (Youtube) Special Guest: Ayla Feuerstein.

    Meditation and Mindfulness with Rabbi-Cantor Hilary Chorny

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2025 21:21


    Rabbi-Cantor Hilary Chorney 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-Cantor Chorney's voice and direction guide you into a world of serenity and tranquility.

    Antisemitism — The World's Oldest Conspiracy Theory - Session 13 - Martin Luther - Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2025 72:30


    In Rabbi Rembaum's continuing series, he explores the rise and evolution of antisemitism, defined simply as “hatred toward Jews” (IHRA — International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance). The learning is text based and emphasizes interactive discussion. There is some lecturing, primarily to provide historical background. The sessions are organized chronologically: 1. Greek and Roman sources through the lens of Josephus Flavius, 2. Christian and Muslim writings through the 16th century, and 3. the rise and evolution of secular antisemitism from the 19th through the 21st centuries. ​ This session took place via Zoom on May 21, 2025. Special Guest: Rabbi Emeritus Joel Rembaum.

    Let Justice Well Up Like Water — the Book of Amos - Second Series - Class 4

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 75:07


    This is the fourth class in the second series studying the Book of the prophet Amos. This session focuses on Amos Chapter 6 verses 9 and following. Amos was active in the mid-eighth century BCE (ca. 750 BCE). He lived in the kingdom of Judah, in a town called Tekoa, some ten miles south of Jerusalem. Although he was from the Southern Kingdom, his prophecies focused on Israel, the Northern Kingdom. Unlike many of the other prophets, his primary charges against Israel dealt with injustice and immorality. Paganism, for Amos, was a secondary issue. Amos was a master of rhetorical argument, and his powerful use of metaphors is classical. The class took place via Zoom on May 20, 2025 Special Guest: Rabbi Emeritus Joel Rembaum.

    Rashi Class: Shemot/Exodus 12:16

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 61:42


    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, May 21, 2025, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 12:16. (Facebook/Zoom)

    Shabbat Teaching: Behar-Behukkotai Seudah 5785

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2025 35:26


    Rabbi-Cantor Hillary Chorny's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, May 17, 2025. (Youtube)

    Shabbat Sermon: "The Past, Present, and Future of Shabbat."

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2025 12:43


    Rabbi Gordon Bernat-Kunin's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am's Library Minyan, May 17, 2025. (Youtube) Special Guest: Rabbi Gordon Bernat-Kunin.

    Shabbat Sermon: “Choosing. Including The Choice To Not Have A Choice.”

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2025 16:32


    Rabbi Adam Kligfeld's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, May 17, 2025. (Youtube)

    Meditation and Mindfulness with Rabbi Adam Kligfeld

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2025 20:02


    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.

    Let Justice Well Up Like Water — the Book of Amos - Second Series - Class 3

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2025 65:49


    This is the third class in the second series studying the Book of the prophet Amos. This session focuses on Amos Chapter 6. Amos was active in the mid-eighth century BCE (ca. 750 BCE). He lived in the kingdom of Judah, in a town called Tekoa, some ten miles south of Jerusalem. Although he was from the Southern Kingdom, his prophecies focused on Israel, the Northern Kingdom. Unlike many of the other prophets, his primary charges against Israel dealt with injustice and immorality. Paganism, for Amos, was a secondary issue. Amos was a master of rhetorical argument, and his powerful use of metaphors is classical. The class took place via Zoom on May 13, 2025 Special Guest: Rabbi Emeritus Joel Rembaum.

    Rashi Class: Shemot/Exodus 12:15

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025 57:51


    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, May 14, 2025, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 12:15. (Facebook/Zoom)

    Siddur Class #167 - The Modern Era - Mordecai Kaplan And The Reconstructionist Siddur - Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 28:41


    Rabbi Avi Havivi's siddur class at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles via Zoom - May 13, 2025. Special Guest: Rabbi Avi Havivi.

    Shabbat Teaching: Pirkei Avot 1

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2025 30:18


    Rabbi-Dr. Michael Berenbaum's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, May 10, 2025. (Youtube) Special Guest: Rabbi Michael Berenbaum.

    Shabbat Sermon: "A Life of Holy Partnership: Love is Love."

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2025 11:08


    Rabbi Rebecca Schatz's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, May 10, 2025. (Youtube)

    Meditation and Mindfulness with Rabbi Adam Kligfeld

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2025 21:28


    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.

    Antisemitism — The World's Oldest Conspiracy Theory - Session 12 - Martin Luther

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2025 79:31


    In Rabbi Rembaum's continuing series, he explores the rise and evolution of antisemitism, defined simply as “hatred toward Jews” (IHRA — International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance). The learning is text based and emphasizes interactive discussion. There is some lecturing, primarily to provide historical background. The sessions are organized chronologically: 1. Greek and Roman sources through the lens of Josephus Flavius, 2. Christian and Muslim writings through the 16th century, and 3. the rise and evolution of secular antisemitism from the 19th through the 21st centuries. This session took place via Zoom on May 7, 2025. Special Guest: Rabbi Emeritus Joel Rembaum.

    Let Justice Well Up Like Water — the Book of Amos - Second Series - Class 2

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 72:44


    This is the second class in the second series studying the Book of the prophet Amos. This session focuses on Amos Chapter 5 staring at verse 18. Amos was active in the mid-eighth century BCE (ca. 750 BCE). He lived in the kingdom of Judah, in a town called Tekoa, some ten miles south of Jerusalem. Although he was from the Southern Kingdom, his prophecies focused on Israel, the Northern Kingdom. Unlike many of the other prophets, his primary charges against Israel dealt with injustice and immorality. Paganism, for Amos, was a secondary issue. Amos was a master of rhetorical argument, and his powerful use of metaphors is classical. The class took place via Zoom on May 6, 2025 Special Guest: Rabbi Emeritus Joel Rembaum.

    Rashi Class: Shemot/Exodus 12:15

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 60:38


    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, May 7, 2025, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 12:15. (Facebook/Zoom)

    Siddur Class #166 - The Modern Era - Mordecai Kaplan And The Reconstructionist Siddur

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 44:27


    Rabbi Avi Havivi's siddur class at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles via Zoom - May 6, 2025. Special Guest: Rabbi Avi Havivi.

    Shabbat Teaching: Shabbat Afternoon Acharei Mot-Kedoshim 5785

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2025 28:33


    Rabbi-Cantor Hillary Chorny's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, May 3, 2025. (Youtube/Zoom)

    Shabbat Sermon: "Living in our Liminal Spaces”

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2025 11:10


    Rabbi Rebecca Schatz's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, May 3, 2025. (Youtube)

    Meditation and Mindfulness with Rabbi-Cantor Hilary Chorny

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2025 22:19


    Rabbi-Cantor Hilary Chorny 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-Cantor Chorny's voice and direction guide you into a world of serenity and tranquility.

    Antisemitism — The World's Oldest Conspiracy Theory - Session 11

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 74:31


    In Rabbi Rembaum's continuing series, he explores the rise and evolution of antisemitism, defined simply as “hatred toward Jews” (IHRA — International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance). The learning is text based and emphasizes interactive discussion. There is some lecturing, primarily to provide historical background. The sessions are organized chronologically: 1. Greek and Roman sources through the lens of Josephus Flavius, 2. Christian and Muslim writings through the 16th century, and 3. the rise and evolution of secular antisemitism from the 19th through the 21st centuries. This session took place via Zoom on April 30, 2025. Special Guest: Rabbi Emeritus Joel Rembaum.

    Let Justice Well Up Like Water — the Book of Amos - Second Series - Class 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 67:21


    This is the first class in the second series studying the Book of the prophet Amos. This session focuses on Amos Chapter 5. Amos was active in the mid-eighth century BCE (ca. 750 BCE). He lived in the kingdom of Judah, in a town called Tekoa, some ten miles south of Jerusalem. Although he was from the Southern Kingdom, his prophecies focused on Israel, the Northern Kingdom. Unlike many of the other prophets, his primary charges against Israel dealt with injustice and immorality. Paganism, for Amos, was a secondary issue. Amos was a master of rhetorical argument, and his powerful use of metaphors is classical. The class took place via Zoom on April 29, 2025 Special Guest: Rabbi Emeritus Joel Rembaum.

    Shabbat Teaching: "Spiritual Dermatology"

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2025 25:17


    Rabbinic Intern Aviva Frank's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, April 26, 2025. (Youtube) Special Guest: Aviva Frank.

    Shabbat Sermon: "Crossing Boundaries—Leaping Toward Ecstasy”

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2025 18:47


    Rabbi Adam Kligfeld's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, April 26, 2025. (Youtube)

    Meditation and Mindfulness with Rabbi Adam Kligfeld

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2025 23:35


    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 12:14

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 61:48


    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, April 23, 2025, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 12:14. (Facebook/Zoom)

    Siddur Class #165 - The Modern Era - Mordecai Kaplan

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2025 32:54


    Rabbi Avi Havivi's siddur class at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles via Zoom -April 22, 2025. Special Guest: Rabbi Avi Havivi.

    Passover-Yizkor Sermon: "I'll Carry You In My Bones"

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2025 21:12


    Rabbi-Cantor Hillary Chorny's Passover-Yizkor Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, April 20, 2025. (Youtube)

    Passover/Shabbat Teaching: "Ashkenazim and Kitniyot"

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2025 31:56


    Rabbi-Cantor Hillary Chorny's Passover/Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, April 19, 2025. (Youtube/Zoom)

    Shabbat/Passover Teaching: "A Holiday of Nostalgia"

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2025 17:09


    Rabbi Rebecca Schatz's Shabbat/Passover Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, April 19, 2025. (Youtube)

    Meditation and Mindfulness with Rabbi Adam Kligfeld

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2025 19:36


    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.

    Passover Sermon: “Scheduling Holy Time"

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2025 13:37


    Rabbinic Intern Aviva Frank's Passover Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, April 14, 2025. (Youtube) Special Guest: Aviva Frank.

    Passover Sermon: "Despite It All, Choose Life"

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2025 17:53


    Rabbi Adam Kligfeld's Passover Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, April 13, 2025. (Youtube)

    Shabbat Teaching: Siyyum on Tractate Beitzah / סיום על מסכת ביצה

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2025 37:29


    Rabbi Adam Kligfield's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, April 12, 2025. (Youtube)

    Rashi Class: Shemot/Exodus 12:13

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2025 60:48


    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, April 9, 2025, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 12:13. (Facebook/Zoom)

    Siddur Class #164- Hasidism -- The Piaseczner Rebbe

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2025 33:27


    Rabbi Avi Havivi's siddur class at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles via Zoom -April 8, 2025. Special Guest: Rabbi Avi Havivi.

    Shabbat Teaching: "Nir Tamid & Aish Tamid"

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2025 18:25


    Rabbinic Intern Aviva Frank's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, April 5, 2025. (Youtube/Zoom) Special Guest: Aviva Frank.

    Shabbat Sermon: "Yaknehaz"

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2025 15:02


    Rabbi Adam Kligfeld's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, April 5, 2025. (Youtube)

    Meditation and Mindfulness with Rabbi Adam Kligfeld

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2025 21:25


    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: Shemot/Exodus 12:13

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2025 64:43


    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, April 2, 2025, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 12:13. (Facebook/Zoom)

    Siddur Class #163 - Hasidism --- R' Nachman on Hitbodedut

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2025 24:57


    Rabbi Avi Havivi's siddur class at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles via Zoom -April 1, 2025. Special Guest: Rabbi Avi Havivi.

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