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Podcasts of sermons, interviews and more from Rabbi David Wolpe, leader of the Los Angeles Sinai Temple. Named the most influential Rabbi in America by Newsweek, David Wolpe is the Max Webb Senior Rabbi of Sinai Temple in Los Angeles and author of eight books.

  • Tzav - Weeping in the Evening
    Saturday, March 30 at 9:00 a.m.  Ziegler Sanctuary Shabbat Service "Weeping in the Evening": Sermon by Rabbi David Wolpe Parashat Tzav / Shabbat Parah
  • Toldot - The Crisis: Keeping your head, your heart and your balance.
    Saturday, November 18 at 9:00 a.m.  Ziegler Sanctuary Shabbat Service
  • Korach - Sinai
    As many of you may already know, Rabbi Wolpe has been a guiding light and an inspirational figure in at Sinai Temple for over 26 years. His profound wisdom, compassion, and dedication touched the lives of our community nurturing their faith and fostering a sense of belonging. Throughout his tenure, he has consistently delivered thought-provoking sermons that have brought comfort, insight, and a deeper understanding of our shared faith. Listen to Rabbi David Wolpe finish his journey at Sinai Temple as Senior Rabbi by giving an intimate sermon about his most impactful memories while serving this community.
  • Shelach - Israel
    Rabbi David Wolpes 2nd to last sermon given in Ziegler Sanctuary
  • Beha’alotcha - Torah
    Rabbi David Wolpe gives his sermon "Torah" in Ziegler Sanctuary. A beautifully delivered sermon filled with wisdom wrapped in humor.
  • Nasso - God
    Listen to Rabbi David Wolpe's sermon for Parashat Nasso and his Reflection on a pivotal moment in his life when he landed his first published article.
  • Yizkor - Memory
    Rabbi David Wolpe gives his Yizkor sermon on the Second day of Shabbat in Ziegler Santuary.
  • B’midbar - The Truth About Human Nature
    Sermon given for B’midbar in Ziegler Sanctuary.
  • Bechukotai - Jews Aren't Bipolar
    Sermon given for Bechutokai in Zeigler Sanctuary
  • Acharei Mot - 75 and Going Strong
    Rabbi David Wolpe gives his sermon for Israel's 75th anniversary.
  • Tazria-Metzor - The Message in the Box
    Sermon given in Ziegler Sanctuary
  • Tetzaveh - People Love Dead Jews
    Sermon given by Rabbi David Wolpe for Tetzaveh in Ziegler Sanctuary.
  • Yizkor - 8th Day of Pesach
    Rabbi David Wolpe gives a sermon on the 8th day of Pesach in Ziegler Sanctuary at Sinai Temple.
  • Pesach - From Cyril to Sinai: Lessons of a Quarter Century
    "From Cyril to Sinai: Lessons of a Quarter Century" sermon by Rabbi David Wolpe given in Ziegler Sanctuary on the first day of Passover.
  • Vayikra - The Art of Losing
    "The Art of Losing" sermon by Rabbi David Wolpe given in Ziegler Sanctuary.
  • Vayakhel - The Tabernacle and Liberation
    "The Tabernacle and Liberation" sermon by Rabbi David Wolpe given in Ziegler Sanctuary.
  • Pekudei – How Do You Measure A Life?
    Sermon given by Rabbi David Wolpe in Ziegler Sanctuary at Sinai Temple.
  • Ki Tisa - Principles and Popularity
    "Principles and Popularity" sermon by Rabbi David Wolpe given in Ziegler Sanctuary.
  • Tetzaveh - Masks and Machiavelli: Two Purim Lessons
    "Masks and Machiavelli" sermon by Rabbi David Wolpe given in Ziegler Sanctuary.
  • Mishpatim - When Feeling Good is Bad
    Mishpatim is an important day in the Jewish calendar, and Rabbi David Wolpe’s sermon “When Feeling Good is Bad” is sure to be a thought-provoking and inspiring reminder of the important lessons from this day. Rabbi Wolpe’s sermon will explore how feeling “too good” can be a sign of spiritual danger. We hope that by listening to this sermon, we can gain a greater understanding of the importance of self-reflection and self-control.