Central Synagogue Podcast
This is the podcast/audio archive of Manhattan's historic Central Synagogue- featuring sermons, music, lectures and conversations. Central Synagogue works tirelessly toward a world in which Judaism is central to the lives of people everywhere and is a profound and positive force for humanity.
Latest episodes
Sep 22, 2023 • 11min
SERMON: Rabbi Rebecca Rosenthal - "You Are Loved"
Rabbi Rebecca Rosenthal, a respected Rabbi known for spreading the message of love and acceptance, explores the importance of the desert for the Jewish people. She discusses the emotions of feeling lost and explores the symbolism of the shofar and the giving of the Torah in the wilderness. The podcast emphasizes the value of studying Torah together and the power of community. It also touches on the concept of God's grace and shares a touching story about a prince finding his way home.
Sep 17, 2023 • 18min
SERMON: Rabbi Lisa Rubin - One of Thirty-Six | Rosh HaShanah 5784
Rabbi Lisa Rubin, a rabbi who delivered a sermon on Rosh HaShanah 5784, explores the impact of virtuous behavior and the significance of every act of kindness. She discusses how Judaism's ethical principles can help America regain its moral compass and emphasizes the importance of being considerate to others. The chapter also delves into the teachings of Maymanides and shares a personal story of loss and the power of supporting others.
Sep 16, 2023 • 21min
SERMON: Rabbi Mo Salth - L’Chaim! – Judaism’s True Telegram | Rosh HaShanah 5784
Rabbi Mo Salth delivers a sermon on living a meaningful and hopeful life, confronting difficulties, seeking help, healing fractured relationships, and choosing forgiveness.
Sep 16, 2023 • 19min
SERMON: Rabbi Dan Ross - This Sermon Was Not Written By ChatGPT | Rosh HaShanah 5784
Rabbi Dan Ross discusses the developments in AI, the concept of being created in the divine image, morality and human agency in comparison to AI, the positive and negative potentials of technology and AI, and reflections on Rosh Hashanah and the role of AI.
Sep 16, 2023 • 25min
SERMON: Rabbi Angela Buchdahl - Am Yisrael Chai | Erev Rosh HaShanah 5784
Sermon by Rabbi Angela Buchdahl, "Am Yisrael Chai | Erev Rosh HaShanah 5784" September 15th, 2023
Sep 8, 2023 • 9min
SERMON: Rabbi Sarah Berman - "Not with You Alone"
Sermon by Rabbi Sarah Berman, "Not with You Alone"September 8, 2023
Sep 1, 2023 • 10min
SERMON: Rabbi Maurice Salth - "Why We Whisper Tonight’s Torah Portion"
Sermon by Rabbi Maurice Salth, "Why We Whisper Tonight’s Torah Portion" September 01, 2023
Aug 25, 2023 • 10min
SERMON: Rabbi Ari Lorge - "Virtuous Speech or Virtuous Action"
Sermon by Rabbi Ari Lorge, "Virtuous Speech or Virtuous Action"August 25, 2023
Aug 18, 2023 • 12min
SERMON: Rabbi Andrew Kaplan Mandel - To Pursue Anew
Rabbi Andrew Kaplan Mandel, "To Pursue Anew." August 18th, 2023
Aug 11, 2023 • 11min
SERMON: Cantor Jenna Pearsall - Embracing The Self
Sermon by Cantor Jenna Pearsall, "Embracing The Self" August 11th, 2023
