Temple Beth Am Podcasts Temple Beth Am Los Angeles
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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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Shabbat Sermon: "It Takes Everybody"
Rabbi Matt Shapiro's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, March 15, 2024.
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Meditation and Mindfulness with Rabbi Adam Kligfeld
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 9
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 March 13, 2024.
Special Guest: Rabbi Emeritus Joel Rembaum. -
Parenting Through The Parsha: Pekudei
Rabbi Matt Shapiro explores this week's Torah reading through the lens of Parenting.
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Rashi Class: Shemot/Exodus 9:24
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, March 13, 2024, this week beginning with Shemot/Exodus 9:24.
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Psalms That Pack a Wallop! - Psalm 49 For A House Of Mourning (Part 1)
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 on Zoom on March 12, 2024.
Special Guest: Rabbi Emeritus Joel Rembaum.
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Psalm 49 Text
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I can never be everywhere I want to be including these classes from Temple Beth Am in LA. These podcasts have given me opportunities to learn at my own pace, listen and immerse myself in my Elul practices. Thank you for these beautiful teachings.
Temple Beth Am Elul Series Cheahbom Nefesh & Anavs with Rabbis Richard Camaras and Rebecca Schatz
This was a compelling and meaningful lesson in how to put others first even when our instinct may be to tune them out or put them off. We know humility requires us to refrain from bragging and display modesty. But Rabbi Camras taught about Anava as a way to hear the needs of others and to try and respond in recognition of those needs. Very significant lesson that is having a direct impact on me. Thank you!