
Off the Pulpit with Rabbi David Wolpe
By Sinai Temple

Off the Pulpit with Rabbi David WolpeJun 17, 2023

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.

Yitro - Chuppah
Listen to Rabbi David Wolpe give his sermon "Chuppah" for Parashat Yitro in Ziegler Main Santuary.

Beshalach - The Funeral March to Freedom
Rabbi David Wolpe's weekly sermon from 02/04/2023 for Beshalach / Shabbat Shira

Shemot - The double legacy of MLK
Saturday, January 14th Ziegler Sanctuary Shabbat Service

Vayechi - The Seductions of the Scepter
Saturday, January 7 Ziegler Sanctuary Shabbat Service The Seductions of the Scepter: Sermon by Rabbi David Wolpe

Vayigash - What the White House Means
Rabbi David Wolpe's sermon from 12/24/22 for Vayigash.

Vayeishev - The Meaning of Shabbat
Rabbi David Wolpe's sermon from 12/11/22 for Vayeishev.

Toldot - A Different Israel
Rabbi David Wolpe's sermon from 11/26 for Toldot.

Lech L’cha - God and the Election
Rabbi David Wolpe's sermon from 11/06 for Lech L'cha.

Noach - Living for the Future World
Rabbi David Wolpe's weekly sermon from 10/29 for Noach.

Sukkot - The Fallen Sukkah
Rabbi David Wolpe's sermon from 10/17 for Sukkot.

Chol Hamoed Sukkot - The Life and Death of Moshe Rabenu
Sermon given on shabbat morning at 11:30 A.M. in Ziegler Sanctuary, October 15th, 2022.

Sukkot - Divine Lessons from the Lulav
First Day of Sukkot, Ziegler Sanctuary. Monday, October 10. 9:00 AM.

Ha'azinu - A Story of Everyday Goodness
Rabbi David Wolpe's weekly sermon from 10/08 for Ha'azinu.

Yom Kippur 5783 - The Hand of God
Sermon given Wednesday in Ziegler Sanctuary, October 5th, 2022.

Kol Nidre - What I Believe
Sermon given Tuesday Evening at 6:00 p.m. in Ziegler Sanctuary, October 4, 2022.

Vayelech - Beginnings and Endings
Rabbi David Wolpe's weekly sermon from 10/01 for Vayelech.

Rosh Hashanah Live - Blessings in the Darkness
Rabbi David Wolpe's weekly sermon from 9/26 for Rosh Hashanah Live.

Rosh Hashanah - Believing in your life
Rabbi David Wolpe's weekly sermon from 9/26 for Rosh Hashanah Day 1.

Nitzavim - Three Words for the New Year
Rabbi David Wolpe's weekly sermon from 9/24 for Nitzavim.

Ki Tavo - The Cultural Contradictions of Capitalism
Rabbi David Wolpe's weekly sermon from 9/10 for Ki Tavo.

Ki Teitzei - Is Everything Jewish???
Rabbi David Wolpe's weekly sermon from 9/10 for Ki Teitzei.

Eikev - God, Pandemic, and Community
Rabbi David Wolpe's weekly sermon from 8/20 for Parashat Eikev.

Va'etchanan - Calling an Audible
Rabbi David Wolpe's weekly sermon from 8/13 for Parashat Va'etchanan.

Devarim - Sorrow and Vision
Aug 6, 2022 Saturday, Main Sanctuary Shabbat Service

Sh'lach - Overturning Roe v. Wade
Rabbi David Wolpe's weekly sermon from 6/25 for Parashat Sh'lach.

Behaalotecha - The Problem with Families
Rabbi David Wolpe's weekly sermon from 6/18/2022 for Behaalotecha.

Naso - I did it and I'm sorry.
Rabbi David Wolpe's weekly sermon from 6/11 for Parashat Naso.

Yizkor sermon | Rabbi David Wolpe
Rabbi David Wolpe's weekly sermon from 06/06/22 for Yizkor

Acharei Mot - What Happened at Sinai?
Rabbi David Wolpe's weekly sermon from 6/4/2022 for Acharei Mot.

Bechukotai - The Cost Of Distrust
Rabbi David Wolpe's weekly sermon from 5/28/2022 for BECHUKOTAI

Behar - Does God Belong in Your Business?
Rabbi David Wolpe's weekly sermon from 5/21/22 for Behar

Kedoshim - Our Mothers and Ourselves
Rabbi David Wolpe's weekly sermon from 5/7 for Kedoshim