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Torah Talk 740 Episodes Aug 23, 2026

Torah Talk is a podcast featuring clergy sermons, Torah classes, and other spiritual content from Sinai Temple, the oldest Conservative synagogue in Los Angeles. It offers listeners insights into Jewish teachings, religious discussions, and community life at Sinai Temple. The podcast is produced in Los Angeles, California, and reflects the traditions and perspectives of this historic congregation.

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"Through My Eyes or Through Your Eyes" - Rabbi Erez Sherman Aug 23, 2026 00:10:12 Saturday, August 22ndShabbat Services in Ziegler Sanctuary"Through My Eyes or Through Your Eyes"- Sermon by Rabbi Erez ShermanSinai Temple

"Are You Awake?" - Rabbi Nicole Guzik Aug 16, 2026 00:11:04 Saturday, August 15thShabbat Services in Ziegler Sanctuary"Are You Awake?"- Sermon by Rabbi Nicole GuzikSinai Temple

"Seeing, Not Solving" - Rabbi Nicole Guzik Aug 9, 2026 00:11:04 Saturday, August 8thShabbat Services in Ziegler Sanctuary"Seeing, Not Solving"- Sermon by Rabbi Nicole GuzikSinai Temple

"I'm Here to Help" - Rabbi Erez Sherman Aug 2, 2026 00:11:17 Saturday, August 1stShabbat Services in Ziegler Sanctuary"I'm Here to Help"- Sermon by Rabbi Erez ShermanSinai Temple

"Who Did God Want to Win the World Cup?" - Rabbi Erez Sherman Jul 26, 2026 00:14:11 Saturday, July 25thShabbat Services in Ziegler Sanctuary"Who Did God Want to Win the World Cup?"- Sermon by Rabbi Erez ShermanSinai Temple

"Vision" - Rabbi Avi Taff Jul 19, 2026 00:15:24 Saturday, July 18thShabbat Services in Ziegler Sanctuary"Vision"- Sermon by Rabbi Avi TaffSinai Temple

"The Journey Requires Both" - Rabbi Nicole Guzik Jul 12, 2026 00:11:27 Saturday, July 11thShabbat Services in Ziegler Sanctuary"The Journey Requires Both"- Sermon by Rabbi Nicole GuzikSinai Temple

"At 250: the Jewish American Experience" - Rabbi Nicole Guzik Jul 5, 2026 00:13:38 Saturday, July 4thShabbat Services in Ziegler Sanctuary"At 250: the Jewish American Experience"- Sermon by Rabbi Nicole GuzikSinai Temple

"Bilaam, The Ancient AI" - Rabbi David Wolpe Jun 28, 2026 00:14:04 Saturday, June 27thShabbat Services in Ziegler Sanctuary"Bilaam, The Ancient AI"- Sermon by Rabbi David WolpeSinai Temple

Parsha Class | Cantor Marcus Feldman Jun 24, 2026 00:16:08 June 24, 2026. Cantor Marcus Feldman. Join Sinai Temple clergy for our weekly Parsha Class series as we explore the Torah portion and its relevance to contemporary Jewish life. Sinai Temple.

"Defining Your Reputation" - Rabbi Nicole Guzik Jun 21, 2026 00:20:26 Saturday, June 20th at 9:00 a.m.Shabbat Services in Ziegler Sanctuary"Defining Your Reputation"- Sermon by Rabbi Nicole GuzikSinai Temple

"Recharging" - Rabbi Erez Sherman Jun 7, 2026 00:11:25 Saturday, June 6th at 9:00 a.m.Shabbat Services in Ziegler Sanctuary"Recharging"- Sermon by Rabbi Erez ShermanSinai Temple

Parsha class recording RNG Jun 3, 2026 00:15:00 June 2, 2026. Parsha class recording RNG. Sinai Temple.

"Peace by Piece" - Rabbi Moe Howard Jun 2, 2026 00:10:33 Saturday, May 30th at 9:00 a.m.Shabbat Services in Ziegler Sanctuary"Peace by Piece"- Sermon by Rabbi Moe HowardSinai Temple

"Yizkor and Revelation: For Those at the Mountain and Those Not at the Mountain" - Rabbi Gavriella Kornsgold May 24, 2026 00:11:49 Saturday, May 23rd at 9:00 a.m.Shabbat Services in Ziegler Sanctuary"Yizkor and Revelation: For Those at the Mountain and Those Not at the Mountain"- Sermon by Rabbi Gavriella KornsgoldSinai Temple

Parsha Class May 21st | Rabbi Gavriella Kornsgold May 22, 2026 00:08:56 May 21, 2026. Parsha Class May 21st. Rabbi Gavriella Kornsgold. Sinai Temple.

"Feit Family Live Generations Shabbat" - Rabbi Nicole Guzik May 19, 2026 00:06:08 Saturday, May 16th at 9:00 a.m.Shabbat Services in Ziegler SanctuaryFeit Family Live Generations ShabbatParashat BamidbarSinai Temple

Parsha Class | Mar. 5 | Rabbi Erez Sherman May 13, 2026 00:08:59 March 5, 2026. Parsha Class | Mar. 5. Rabbi Erez Sherman. Sinai Temple.

"Just Like a Girl" - Sermon by Rabbi Nicole Guzik May 10, 2026 00:10:01 "Just Like a Girl" - Sermon by Rabbi Nicole GuzikSaturday, May 9th at 9:00 a.m. Sisterhood Shabbat Services in Ziegler Sanctuary

Parsha Class May 7th - Rabbi Nicole Guzik May 7, 2026 00:18:26 Parsha Class May 7th with Rabbi Nicole Guzik.Sinai Temple Weekly Parsha Class offers an in-depth exploration of the weekly Torah portion with Sinai Temple clergy. This class focuses on Parashat Behar-Bechukotai, the weekly parsha for Shabbat, May 9, 2026.Recorded May 7, 2026.Taught by Rabbi Nicole Guzik.Sinai Temple.

"Brokenness" - Sermon by Rabbi David Wolpe May 3, 2026 00:14:19 Saturday, May 2nd at 9:00 a.m. Shabbat Services in Ziegler Sanctuary"Brokenness" - Sermon by Rabbi David Wolpe

Parsha Class April 23rd | Rabbi Gavriella Kornsgold Apr 23, 2026 00:13:49 Join Rabbi Gavriella Kornsgold in this week's Parsha Class.

Parsha Class | April 22nd - Rabbi Gavriella Korngold Apr 22, 2026 00:13:49 Sinai TempleClass: Parsha Class | April 22ndTaught by: Rabbi Gavriella Korngold

AI and Your Soul | Sermon by Rabbi Nicole Guzik Apr 12, 2026 00:12:02 Parashat SheminiSaturday, April 11th at 9:00 a.m. Shabbat Services in Ziegler Sanctuary"AI and Your Soul"- Sermon by Rabbi Nicole Guzik

8th Day of Passover Sermon | Rabbi Nicole Guzik Apr 10, 2026 00:10:13 Eighth Day of Passover • 9:00 a.m. Eighth Day of Passover Service (Ziegler Sanctuary)Thursday, April 9

Men’s Club Shabbat Service | Sermon by Rabbi Erez Sherman Apr 5, 2026 00:09:53 Men’s Club Shabbat ServiceSaturday, Apr 4th Sermon by Rabbi Erez Sherman

1st Day of Passover | Sermon By Rabbi Erez Sherman Apr 5, 2026 00:18:08 Thursday, April 29:00 a.m. First Day of Passover Service (Ziegler Sanctuary)Sermon by Rabbi Erez Sherman

No Place Like Home | Sermon by Rabbi Nicole Guzik Mar 29, 2026 00:12:25 "No Place Like Home"- Sermon by Rabbi Nicole GuzikSaturday, March 28th at 9:00 a.m.Shabbat Services in Ziegler Sanctuary.

Parsha Class | March 26th Mar 26, 2026 00:20:00 During this session, our Rabbis and Cantor will explore the parsha deeply, offering a contemporary lesson that can be applied in everyday life.

Nowruz Shabbat Sermon Mar 24, 2026 00:20:23 Saturday, March 21st at 9:00 a.m. Nowruz Musical Shabbat Services in Ziegler Sanctuary"Two More New Years"- Sermon by Rabbi Erez ShermanNowruz Shabbat Speakers:Dr. Salar Niku,Mayor of Beverly Hills Sharona Nazarian,Alex Benjamin

Two More New Years | Sermon by Rabbi Erez Sherman Mar 22, 2026 00:09:10 Saturday, March 21st at 9:00 a.m. Nowruz Musical Shabbat Services in Ziegler Sanctuary"Two More New Years"- Sermon by Rabbi Erez Sherman

Shaping Your Future | Sermon by Rabbi David Wolpe Mar 15, 2026 00:10:48 Saturday, March 14th at 9:00 a.m. Shabbat Services in Ziegler Sanctuary"Shaping Your Future"- Sermon by Rabbi David Wolpe

Parsha Class | March 12th Mar 11, 2026 00:07:18 Parsha Class with Rabbi Gavriella KornsgoldDuring this session, our Rabbis and Cantor will explore the parsha deeply, offering a contemporary lesson that can be applied in everyday life.

Rebuilding Again | Sermon by Rabbi Erez Sherman Mar 8, 2026 00:12:24 Saturday, March 7th at 9:00 a.m. Shabbat Services in Ziegler Sanctuary"Rebuilding Again"- Sermon by Rabbi Erez Sherman

Sermon | Rabbi Nicole Guzik Mar 1, 2026 00:07:39 Parashat - TetzavehSaturday, February 28th at 9:00 a.m. Shabbat Services in Ziegler Sanctuary

Parsha Class with Rabbi Nicole Guzik Feb 26, 2026 00:18:02 Parsha Class with Rabbi Nicole Guzik Thursday, Feb. 26th8:30-9:30 a.m. During this session, our Rabbis and Cantor will explore the parsha deeply, offering a contemporary lesson that can be applied in everyday life.

Sermon by Rabbi Erez Sherman Feb 22, 2026 00:11:40 Saturday, February 21st at 9:00 a.m. Musical Ladino Shabbat Service in Ziegler SanctuarySermon by Rabbi Erez Sherman

"No Sabbatical from This" | Sermon by Rabbi Nicole Guzik Feb 15, 2026 00:13:24 Saturday, February 14th at 9:00 a.m. Shabbat Services in Ziegler Sanctuary"No Sabbatical from This"- Sermon by Rabbi Nicole Guzik

"Step Back to Step Forward"- Sermon by Rabbi Gavriella Kornsgold Feb 8, 2026 00:08:31 Saturday, February 7th at 9:00 a.m. Shabbat Services in Ziegler Sanctuary "Step Back to Step Forward"- Sermon by Rabbi Gavriella Kornsgold

Singing with Faith | Sermon by Rabbi Erez Sherman Jan 31, 2026 00:14:15 Saturday, January 31st Shabbat Services in Ziegler Sanctuary "Singing with Faith"- Sermon by Rabbi Erez Sherman

"There is No Last"- Sermon by Rabbi Erez Sherman Jan 25, 2026 00:11:58 Saturday, January 24th at 9:00 a.m. Shabbat Services in Ziegler Sanctuary"There is No Last"- Sermon by Rabbi Erez Sherman

Unity Without Uniformity | Sermon by Rabbi Erez Sherman Jan 17, 2026 00:07:30 Saturday, January 17th at 9:00 a.m. Shabbat Services in Ziegler Sanctuary"Unity Without Uniformity"- Sermon by Rabbi Erez Sherman

"When Kings Were Gods"- Sermon by Rabbi David Wolpe Jan 10, 2026 00:14:14 "When Kings Were Gods"- Sermon by Rabbi David WolpeShabbat Services in Ziegler SanctuarySaturday, January 10th at 9:00 a.m.

"Don't Worry, Jacob. Judaism Will Be Okay."- Sermon by Rabbi Gavriella Kornsgold Jan 3, 2026 00:10:57 Saturday, January 3rd at 9:00 a.m. Shabbat Services in Ziegler Sanctuary"Don't Worry, Jacob. Judaism Will Be Okay."- Sermon by Rabbi Gavriella Kornsgold

"Pivoting to the Present"- Sermon by Rabbi Nicole Guzik Dec 27, 2025 00:12:12 Saturday, December 27th at 9:00 a.m. Shabbat Services in Ziegler Sanctuary"Pivoting to the Present"- Sermon by Rabbi Nicole Guzik

We Are Our Own Candles- Sermon by Rabbi Erez Sherman Dec 21, 2025 00:13:32 Saturday, December 20th at 9:00 a.m. Shabbat Services in Ziegler Sanctuary"We Are Our Own Candles"- Sermon by Rabbi Erez Sherman

"Chanukah" - Sermon by Rabbi Nicole Guzik Dec 14, 2025 00:06:15 "Chanukah" - Sermon by Rabbi Nicole GuzikParashat : Vayeshev Saturday, December 13th at 9:00 a.m. Shabbat Services in Ziegler Sanctuary

The Small Things - Sermon by Rabbi Erez Sherman Dec 6, 2025 00:11:34 "The Small Things" - Sermon by Rabbi Erez ShermanSaturday, December 6th at 9:00 a.m. Shabbat Services in Ziegler Sanctuary

Vayetzei - Sermon by Rabbi Gavriella Kornsgold Nov 30, 2025 00:10:46 Saturday, November 29th at 9:00 a.m. Shabbat Services in Ziegler SanctuarySermon by Rabbi Gavriella KornsgoldParashat Vayetzei

Toldot - Tribal Truths Nov 23, 2025 00:12:12 Saturday, November 22nd at 9:00 a.m. Shabbat Services in Ziegler Sanctuary"Tribal Truths"- Sermon by Rabbi David Wolpe

Parasha Class | November 20 | Rabbi Erez Sherman Nov 20, 2025 00:14:15 November 20, 2025. Parasha Class | November 20. Rabbi Erez Sherman. Parsha Class with Sinai Temple Clergy. Thursday, November 20. 8:30. During this one-hour session, our Rabbis and Cantor will explore the parsha deeply, offering a contemporary lesson that can be applied in everyday life. Sinai Temple.

Jewish Gratitude- Sermon by Rabbi Nicole Guzik Nov 15, 2025 00:09:38 Saturday, November 15th at 9:00 a.m. Shabbat Services in Ziegler Sanctuary"Jewish Gratitude"- Sermon by Rabbi Nicole Guzik

“The Vision of President Herzog” — A Conversation Between Rabbi Sherman and Shirel Dagan, CEO of President Herzog’s Voice of the People Nov 9, 2025 00:14:42 “The Vision of President Herzog” — A Conversation Between Rabbi Sherman and Shirel Dagan, CEO of President Herzog’s Voice of the People Saturday, November 8th at 9:00 a.m. Shabbat Services in Ziegler Sanctuary

"Unexpected Journeys" — Sermon by Rabbi Erez Sherman Nov 1, 2025 00:13:06 Saturday, November 1st at 9:00 a.m. Shabbat Services in Ziegler Sanctuary"Unexpected Journeys" — Sermon by Rabbi Erez Sherman

A Holier Heshvan — Sermon by Rabbi Nicole Guzik Oct 26, 2025 00:11:52 Saturday, October 25th at 9:00 a.m. Shabbat Services in Ziegler Sanctuary"A Holier Heshvan" — Sermon by Rabbi Nicole Guzik

May We Be Worthy — Sermon by Rabbi David Wolpe Oct 19, 2025 00:11:54 Saturday, October 18th at 9:00 a.m. Shabbat Services in Ziegler Sanctuary"May We Be Worthy" — Sermon by Rabbi David Wolpe

"Answered Prayers" — Sermon by Rabbi Nicole Guzik Oct 12, 2025 00:12:34 Saturday, October 11th at 9:00 a.m. Shabbat Services in Ziegler Sanctuary"Answered Prayers" — Sermon by Rabbi Nicole Guzik

Rabbi Nicole Guzik and Rabbi Erez Sherman - Rosh Hashanah Day 2 Service Oct 12, 2025 00:12:18 Rabbi Nicole Guzik and Rabbi Erez ShermanRosh Hashanah, Day 2 P’sukei D’Zimrah & ShacharitKohn ChapelZiegler Sanctuary Service

Sukkot Day 1 Sermon - Rabbi Nicole Guzik Oct 7, 2025 00:11:01 Sukkot, Day #1Tuesday, October 7Chag Service – Ziegler SanctuarySermon by Rabbi Nicole Guzik

Rabbi Nicole Guzik and Rabbi Erez Sherman - Rosh Hashanah Day 2 Sermon Sep 25, 2025 00:12:18 Rosh Hashanah, Day 2 P’sukei D’Zimrah & ShacharitKohn ChapelZiegler Sanctuary Service

Rosh Hashanah Day 1 5786 Sep 23, 2025 00:22:45 Rabbi Erez Sherman delivers his sermon for the first day of Rosh Hashanah 5786. Rabbi Erez Sherman - Rosh Hashanah Day 1 Sermon Rosh Hashanah 5786 Tuesday, September 23rdZiegler Sanctuary Service

To Listen and to Know | Sermon by Rabbi Erez Sherman Sep 20, 2025 00:09:19 Saturday, September 20 at 9:00 a.m. Shabbat Services in Ziegler Sanctuary"To Listen and to Know" — Sermon by Rabbi Erez Sherman

Sorry, Not Sorry - Sermon by Rabbi Nicole Guzik Sep 13, 2025 00:10:47 Saturday, September 13 at 9:00 a.m. Shabbat Services in Ziegler Sanctuary"Sorry, Not Sorry" — Sermon by Rabbi Nicole Guzik

"We Will Never Forget" — Sermon by Rabbi Erez Sherman Sep 7, 2025 00:12:45 "We Will Never Forget" — Sermon by Rabbi Erez ShermanParashat Ki TeitzeiSaturday, September 6 at 9:00 a.m. Shabbat Services in Ziegler Sanctuary

Shoftim - "What's the Point? A Sermon for Elul" Aug 31, 2025 00:12:21 Rabbi Nicole Guzik delivered her sermon "What's the Point? A Sermon for Elul" Parashat Shoftim Saturday, August 30 at 9:00 a.m. Shabbat Services in Ziegler Sanctuary

Re'eh - How To Choose Your Sacred Space Aug 24, 2025 00:12:11 "How To Choose Your Sacred Space " — Sermon by Rabbi Erez ShermanParashat Re'ehSaturday, August 23 at 9:00 a.m. Shabbat Services in Ziegler Sanctuary

Unconditional Love | Sermon by Rabbi Nicole Guzik Aug 17, 2025 00:12:56 "Unconditional Love " — Sermon by Rabbi Nicole GuzikParashat EikevSaturday, August 16 at 9:00 a.m. Shabbat Services in Ziegler Sanctuary

Holding On and Letting Go Sermon by Rabbi Avi Taff Aug 10, 2025 00:12:34 "Holding On and Letting Go" — Sermon by Rabbi Avi TaffSaturday, August 9 at 9:00 a.m. Shabbat Services in Ziegler Sanctuary"Holding On and Letting Go" — Sermon by Rabbi Avi Taff

D'varim - How Do We Listen To Each Other? Aug 3, 2025 00:11:14 "How Do We Listen To Each Other?" — Sermon by Rabbi Erez ShermanParashat - D'varimSaturday, August 2 at 9:00 a.m. Shabbat Services in Ziegler Sanctuary

Living Outside the Land of Israel- A Shabbat Text Study — Sermon by Rabbi Gavriella Kornsgold Jul 27, 2025 00:13:38 "Living Outside the Land of Israel- A Shabbat Text Study" — Sermon by Rabbi Gavriella KornsgoldSaturday, July 26 at 9:00 a.m. Shabbat Services in Ziegler Sanctuary

Moses' Final Lessons — Sermon by Rabbi Nicole Guzik Jul 20, 2025 00:11:37 Saturday, July 19 at 9:00 a.m. Shabbat Services in Ziegler Sanctuary"Moses' Final Lessons" — Sermon by Rabbi Nicole Guzik

Pinchas - Moses' Final Lessons Jul 19, 2025 00:11:37 "Moses' Final Lessons" — Sermon by Rabbi Nicole GuzikParashat PinchasSaturday, July 19 at 9:00 a.m. Shabbat Services in Ziegler Sanctuary

Balak - The Day Before Jul 13, 2025 00:13:09 Rabbi Erez Sherman gave his talk 'The Day Before' on 07-12-2025 for Parashat Balak.

Ha'Azinu - The Outdoor Holiday Jul 10, 2025 00:06:36 Rabbi David Wolpe delivered his sermon ' The Outdoor Holiday' on 10-12-2019 for Parashat Ha'Azinu.

Lecha-Lecha - Journeys Jul 10, 2025 00:07:48 Rabbi David Wolpe gave his sermon 'Journeys' for Parashat Lecha-Lecha on 11-09-2019.

Chukat - Striking or Speaking: A Shabbat Text Study Jul 6, 2025 00:17:42 "Striking or Speaking: A Shabbat Text Study" — Sermon by Rabbi Nicole GuzikSaturday, July 5, Parashat ChukatShabbat Services in Ziegler Sanctuary

Korach - Peace Jun 29, 2025 00:08:02 Rabbi Avi Taff Gave his sermon 'Peace' this Shabbat for Parashat Korach on 06-28-2025 at Sinai Temple.

Shelach - Tourists or Pilgrams? Jun 22, 2025 00:19:02 Saturday, June 21 at 9:00 a.m. Shabbat Services in Ziegler Sanctuary"Tourists or Pilgrims?" — Sermon by Rabbi David WolpeParashat Shelach

Nasso - Clouds and Fire Jun 15, 2025 00:15:24 Rabbi Erez Sherman delivers his sermon 'Clouds and Fire' for this Shabbat during Parashat Nasso on 06-14-2025.

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