A Word of Welcome to The Jewish Publication Society
From Rabbi Barry L. Schwartz, CEO
Welcome to JPS. We are the oldest publisher of Jewish books in the United States. Our roots go
back to before the Civil War, and our charter to 1888 in Philadelphia. Our legacy includes two
acclaimed translations of the Hebrew Bible (the
JPS Tanakh),
esteemed biblical commentary, and over 120
years of scholarly and popular works of history, philosophy, and literature that have stood
the test of time.
We are old, but young at heart. Our publishing program includes path-breaking new works for the study of the Bible in the 21st century. A growing number of our volumes are now available as e-books. Our mission has always been to enhance Jewish literacy through the publication of great books, and we are doing so now at the dawn of the digital age.
Every purchase and donation to The Jewish Publication Society helps us fulfill our mission. We are grateful for your involvement, and are eager to hear from you. From all of us at JPS, thank you.
Please read an interview with Rabbi Schwartz and take a look at the press release announcing his appointment as CEO.
Employment, Internship and Volunteer Opportunities at JPS
| Chief Executive Officer Rabbi Barry L. Schwartz  |
Managing Editor Carol Hupping |
| Director of Interactive Media Alx Block |
Controller Brian Norton |
| Bookkeeper Trisha Lubrant |
Editorial Intern Rachel Schonwetter |
Editor Emerita
Ellen Frankel