B’nai Zion Podcast

B’nai Zion Podcast

B’nai Zion Congregation

Episodes 40
Avg. Duration 13m
Activity Active
Since Nov 2024
Latest Episode Apr 2026

Publishing Details

Schedule
Every 2 Weeks
Format
Episodic
Consistency
49%
Hosting
feed.podbean.com

About This Podcast

Sermons, conversations, and programming from Rabbi Sam Rotenberg and the B’nai Zion community based in Chattanooga, TN. For more information please visit www.bzcongregation.com

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Recent Episodes

Batel Bashishim (nullified by 1/60th)

Apr 10, 2026 15m

The least known, but most important rule about keeping kosher for Passover, and it's spiritual significance. Shabbat morning March 28th, 2026

When Humility Holds You Back

Apr 10, 2026 16m

In this Women’s Shabbat d’var Torah, Rabbi Keilah Lebell explores the fine line between humility and self-erasure. Shabbat Morning March 21st 2026

The Place

Apr 06, 2026 11m

On Passover we use a special name for God, "the place." How does this idea of God change the way we an relate to God at synagogue, in our homes, and in our hearts?    From Shabbat morning 3/14/26

Lola's Golden Calf Moment

Apr 06, 2026 10m

Rabbi Rotenberg explores the moments we act out of fear instead of faith - and what it takes to pause, reset, and choose differently.     From Shabbat morning March 7th, 2026

Holy Space

Mar 23, 2026 16m

A deep dive into three teachings about the Tabernacle, each with a message about the nature of building sacred space.

Dwayne

Feb 18, 2026 13m

What does it take to maintain a peace full society, and what does it take to build one? Rabbi Rotenberg compares building peace to the two types of monetary gifts in the Torah, and shares how one man…

The Real Ten Commandments

Feb 18, 2026 14m

Receiving the Torah is only the first step in realizing its true purpose.

Good Patience/Bad Patience

Jan 22, 2026 13m

When is patience a virtue and when is it quietly keeping us stuck? Rabbi Rotenberg explores the difference between good patience and bad patience. He shares thoughts on knowing when to wait, when to…

Antisemitic Like Pharaoh

Jan 22, 2026 16m Transcript

In response to recent antisemitic articles in our local paper, Rabbi Rotenberg reflects on the deeper roots of antisemitism through the lens of the Torah’s first antisemitic libel—Pharaoh’s words in…

When Judah Jumps: The Leap That Made a Dynasty

Dec 25, 2025 17m Transcript

This episode reframes the Joseph narrative to highlight Judah: his role in saving Joseph, his moral awakening with Tamar, and the rabbinic midrash of Nachshon leaping into the sea. Rabbis debate why…

From Space Mountain to Spiritual Transformation: Lessons on Fear

Dec 24, 2025 11m Transcript

Can fear awaken deep gratitude? Rabbi Rotenberg recounts a frightening Space Mountain ride with his young son. In the Torah portion about Jacob and Esau, we trace Jacob's response to fear: a…

Every Step Matters: Jacob’s Ladder and Spiritual Ascent

Dec 24, 2025 11m

Rabbi Rotenberg reflects on the image of Jacob’s ladder, exploring its timeless message of spiritual ascent. We are invited to consider how every step we take can bring us closer to meaning, purpose,…

We Are the Turkey People: Thanksgiving Special

Nov 24, 2025 11m

The surprisingly interesting story about how Turkey became a kosher bird, and what it means to eat Turkey on Thanksgiving.

Animal Torah

Nov 03, 2025 12m

The Torah we learn from the animal world, and an update on Rabbi Rotenberg's personal experience with his new dog.

Real Hope

Nov 03, 2025 14m

The release of the last living hostages from Gaza teach us true joy and what it means to hope.

Ours or Mine?

Oct 16, 2025 8m

A Sukkot lesson about communal responsibility.

King?

Oct 16, 2025 17m

What do we mean when we say on Rosh Hashanah that God is “king?” How can we make sense of this in the modern era.

The Gambler - Rosh Hashanah Evening

Oct 16, 2025 14m

A Lesson from a trip to Las Vegas: Teshuvah requires taking a risk.

Watch Your Feet

Aug 22, 2025 12m

Rabbi Rotenberg comes clean about a bad choice he made as a kid and explores different approaches to teshuvah, repentance.

Endless Love

Aug 14, 2025 14m

What Judaism says about love, it's power, and it's eternal nature.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does B’nai Zion Podcast have?

B’nai Zion Podcast has published 40 episodes since November 2024, covering topics in Judaism, Religion & Spirituality.

Is B’nai Zion Podcast still active?

B’nai Zion Podcast is currently active with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 13m.

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