The jewish publication society jps has been the preeminent publisher of books at the heart of jewish culture in the english reading world for over 125 years. The jps torah commentary series guides readers through the words and ideas of the torah. A read is counted each time someone views a publication summary such as the title, abstract, and list of authors, clicks on a figure, or views or downloads the fulltext. The drash commentary, edited by harold kushner, selects insights from over 2,000 years of torah study, including passages from the talmud and midrash, the teachings of the sages, comments by rashi, homiletic. The national jewish population survey njps was a decennial survey run by jfna as a census of the jewish community in the united states. It also saves wear and tear on my very old hard book copy. This is the land which shall fall to you as an inheritance, the land of canaan and its boundaries numbers 34. It is available as a free downloadable pdf from the jps website. Apr 08, 2020 each week, synagogues around the world study the same passages from the torah the 5 books of moses and the haftarah the writings of the prophets, according to the weekly schedule. Jps hebrewenglish jewish bible tanakh jps varda books. The following are five of the most helpful commentaries on this book. The pshat commentary, adapted from the jps torah commentary and edited by chaim potok, seeks to explain the basic meaning of the text. With the jps rashi discussion torah commentary, his commentary on the torah regarded as the most authoritative of all torah commentaries is finally accessible to the entire jewish community. It opens the door to the wisdom of the classic commentators to jewish students of all levels of hebrew fluency.
The new jps translation njps of the tanakhs three parts torah, prophets, writings were published over a twentyyear period. This edition of the tanakh is the compilation of these efforts by jps, with revisions, especially of the 1962 torah translation. The 1917 edition, now in the public domain, is not available from jps in print form. Our mission is to promote jewish literacy and selfunderstanding through the publication of books of enduring worth. The rabbinical assemblyunited synagogue of conservative judaism, 2001, 1560 pp. God then describes to moses and aaron the procedures for identifying and responding to those infected with leprosy.
According to the rabbinic view, the two torahs were complementary. Only the torah can help us to such firm conviction. One of the basic premises on which the tradition of the tannaim was based was the concept of the two torahs, oral and written, which, the rabbis believed, had been given by god to moses on sinai. The ashkargilson collection includes other old torah texts as well. For those who like to parse hebrew words, this book is indispensable.
Produced and recorded for jps by the jewish braille institute. Njps stands for new jewish publication society bible version. Hence, his commentaries are not based on dissecting a literary corpse, but are concerned with the bible as a living literature and a dynamic force in history genesis. As a messianic congregation we also include portions from the brit chadasha renewed covenantnew testament. Jps tanakh product categories the jewish publication. Torah portions introduces the torah to the greater body of messiah by providing access to the weekly torah readings online, educating believers in the role, beauty, and necessity of torah in the life of gods people. Each volume is the work of a scholar who stands at the pinnacle of his field. Drawing upon classical and modern sources, sarnas exegesis and interpretations are scholarly yet quite accessible to nonspecialist readers. Encyclopedia of jewish and israeli history, politics and culture, with biographies, statistics, articles and documents on topics from antisemitism to zionism. The new issue of conservative judaism features an incisive critique by michael satlow of the recentlypublished etz haim torah commentary pdf available here. One commentary on mishlei provides an answer to this question.
Drawing upon classical and modern sources, sarnas exegesis and historical and philological interpretations are scholarly yet quite accessible to nonspecialist readers. The 1990 survey indicated that interfaith marriage was occurring at a rate of 52 percent which was quickly denounced by demographers. The jps torah commentary series is one of the best ive ever read. Founded in philadelphia in 1888, by reform rabbi joseph krauskopf among others, jps is especially well known for its english translation of the hebrew bible, the jps tanakh. Balancing reverence for the text with rigorous scholarship, sarnas commentary is an illuminating and exhaustive treatment of genesis. Njps is defined as new jewish publication society bible version somewhat frequently. As with the other volumes in the set, the full hebrew text is given, together with the new jps translation and extensive notes and commentary by an expert commentator, paying attention to both critical scholarship and traditional sources. It has won acclaim from readers in all religious traditions. The jewish publication societys torah commentary is a scholarly analysis of the old testament. Purchase information for the jps audio bible can be found here. Let us so read the torah that it will become more and more gds torah.
Messianic education trust jps torah commentary exodus. Parashat noach, the second portion in the book of genesis and my bar mitzvah portion is perhaps the most universally known and, at least by children, most adored portion in the entire torah. A recorded version of the jps tanakh, the most widely read english translation of the hebrew the jewish bible. Jps bible commentaries product categories the jewish. It appears to be his contribution to the forthcoming volume 11 of the revised ebc rather than his 2002 galatians commentary or his revised 2004 commentary, since it has citations from sources in 2006. About the book jps hebrewenglish jewish bible tanakh. Sarna applies the same approach in his articles on psalms 19 and 89 1967 and 1963.
Included are an introduction, six excurses on problematic subjects, a glossary, and notes. This volume on genesis by nahum sarna begins with an introductory article which discusses the title, structure and some of the contents of the book. Every page contains the complete traditional hebrew text, with cantillation notes, the jps translation of the holy. Peshatexegesis and narrativity in rashbams commentary on the torah leiden. The reform movement announces new online torah commentary urj.
First published in 2004, the jewish study bible is a landmark, onevolume resource tailored especially for the needs of students of the hebrew bible. Numbers jacob milgrom jacob milgrom is the professor emeritus of biblical studies at the university of california, berkley, who lives currently in israel. The human condition, the depravity of canaan, gods election of abraham. It contains the complete hebrew text of genesis, the jps s new english translation, and an extensive original commentary that illuminates the text like a watt searchlight. The new jewish publication society of america tanakh, first published in complete form in 1985, is a modern jewish translation of the masoretic text of the hebrew bible into english. The second volume in the fine set of torah commentaries produced in the 1990s by the jewish publication society. In fact, the entire high holy day period, beginning with rosh hashanah and culminating with simchat torah, is dedicated to the inner self and. It is the result of a 30year interdenominational collaboration of eminent jewish bible scholars. The 2004 study includes the towns of sunnyvale and cupertino part of the jewish federation of silicon valleys service area, since these towns will be impacted by the future campus for jewish life in palo alto. The jewish publication society jps is about the great books of judaism.
Written by four outstanding torah scholars, the jps torah commentary series represents a fusion of the best of the old and new. Jtss extensive online torah resources reflect todays most compelling conversations, research, and teaching from leaders in jewish studyall available for learners around the world to explore and enjoy. Every page contains the complete traditional hebrew text, with cantillation notes, the jps. Jps torah commentary, 5 volume set pdf book library. A searchable true replica of the original 2nd printed edition, it is a must for any serious student of the holy scriptures and perfect a participant in biblestudy groups. The book of deuteronomy is one of the most frequently cited old testament books in the new testament. But to abraham, through promise, the deity granted it. The third volume in the fine set of torah commentaries produced in the 1990s by the jewish publication society. I can carry it around with a lot of other ebooks in my kindle.
The jewish publication society jps, originally known as the jewish publication society of america, is the oldest nonprofit, nondenominational publisher of jewish works in english. Every page contains the complete traditional hebrew text, with cantillation notes, the jps translation of the holy scriptures. Included with the linebyline analysis are thirty excursuses, and helpful maps. But in his commentary to the biblical verse itself, rashi goes further. The translations are fluid and accessible, and this important work represents an invaluable invitation to join the centurieslong conversation of torah commentary. Messianic education trust jps torah commentary leviticus. The commentary also features expository sections, including eden and the expulsion. Genesis, exodus, leviticus, numbers, deuteronomy a torah commentary for our times kedushat levi sefer beresheis. Unlike the judaica press and soncino commentaries, the jps commentaries are producing a detailed linebyline commentary of every passage, in every book of the bible. The reverence for scripture and the insight after 4,000 years of thought is absolutely amazing. Written by four outstanding torah scholars, the jps torah commentary represents a fusion of the best of the old and new. Rashi, the medieval french rabbi shlomo yitzchaki 10401105, authored monumental commentaries on the hebrew bible and the babylonian talmud.
The opening decade of the 21st century has seen the publication of three new torah commentaries produced by, respectively, the conservative and reform movements. When joseph was a slave in potiphars household god was with him and gave him success in his work, thereby enabling him to win his masters favor. Every page contains the complete traditional hebrew text, with cantillation notes, the jps translation of the holy scriptures, aliyot breaks, masoretic notes, and commentary by a. In 1888, the jewish publication society of america was founded in philadelphia to provide jewish immigrants children with englishlanguage books about their heritage. Like all the volumes in the jps torah commentary series, this volume is simply the best in its area. It is worth noting that pictographically, the aleph a is an ox head, representing power and strength. New jewish publication society of america tanakh wikipedia. Jps works represent the highest levels of scholarship, written in a popular manner. The torah with rashis commentary translated, annotated and elucidated, vols. Sarna eschews any attempt to discuss the provenance of the exodus text, although he does state that he considers exodus a work of. The jps torah commentary series 5volume set the jewish. Our faculty and teachers bring the depth and breadth of jts learning directly to you through a rich collection of contemporary jewish content. How is new jewish publication society bible version abbreviated. Numbers jacob milgrom jacob milgrom is the professor emeritus of biblical studies at the university of california, berkley, who.
I just found out that don garlingtons commentary on galatians is available as a free pdf from the paul page. Mark glickman, ccar journal ccar journal mark glickman however accomplished the delivery of the dvar torah on the big day, its true value lies in its preparation. Utilizing the latest research to enhance our understanding of the biblical text, it takes its place as one of the most authoritative yet accessible bible commentaries. Those federations participated in the last survey of the bay area conducted in 1986. In this torah portion, god instructs moses about the purification rituals for mothers following childbirth. A modern commentary revised edition you must revere the eternal. This is in part, no doubt, because it has not one animal, but all animals and they come in pairs. The jps commentators bible is one of the most useful resources i have in my library. Containing moses final messages to the people of israel before their entrance into the promised land, the book is rich in theological significance. The oldest publisher of englishlanguage jewish titles, jps seeks to enhance jewish culture by promoting the dissemination of religious and secular works of exceptional quality to all individuals and institutions, in the. Many of the texts are so faded that they can only be read utilizing the latest advanced technology. Here in prison he is at the lowest point of his fortunes, forlorn and helpless.
The jps rashi discussion torah commentary the jewish. For without its guiding and shining light your life would be engulfed in a sea of darkness and emptiness. Significantly, these homilies make their point through exegetical use of habakkuk 3. It is based on revised editions of earlier publications of subdivisions of the tanakh such as the torah and five megillot which were originally published from 19691982. New insights from women rabbis on the 54 weekly torah portions sapirstein edition rashi. Readers are sure to appreciate one of the most intensive projects in the history of the jewish publication society. Every page contains the complete traditional hebrew text, with cantillation notes, the jps translation of the holy scriptures, aliyot breaks, masoretic notes, and commentary by a distinguished hebrew.
Torah commentary for our times the jps torah commentary. Masterly commentary on the second book of the bible by eminent jewish scholar. Commentary on the torah is a great resource to the hebrew scriptures. As with the other volumes in the set, the full hebrew text is given, together with the new jps translation and extensive notes and commentary by an expert commentator, paying attention to both critical scholarship and traditional. The collection has not been completely analyzed yet. Jeffrey salkins jps bnai mitzvah torah commentary is sure to usher in a new era of torah study for our young students. New york october 27, 2006 reform voices of torah, a new weekly torah commentary from the union for reform judaism, will regularly feature the writing of four leading rabbis and will also draw on the reform movements diverse population of scholars, rabbis, cantors and educators for additional commentary. Produced by johns hopkins university press in collaboration with the sheridan libraries. Every page contains the complete traditional hebrew text, with cantillation notes, the jps translation of the holy scriptures, aliyot breaks, masoretic notes, and commentary by a distinguished hebrew bible scholar. Exodus this is the commentary on the second book of the bible in the renowned jps torah commentary series.
Contributing authors to the yeshivat chovevei torahs torah. Jps books include the jps tanakh, the most widely read english translation of the hebrew bible, esteemed bible commentary, and hundreds of scholarly and popular works of history. I have the full set and would recommend to anyone looking to study in depth with the torah pentatuch. Hebrew for when you take, the sixth and seventh words, and first distinctive words in the parashah is the 21st weekly torah portion, parashah in the annual jewish cycle of torah reading and the ninth in the book of exodus. The holy scriptures, the new jps translation according to the traditional hebrew text november 1, 1985 pdf.
Utilizing the latest research to enhance our understanding of the biblical text, it takes its place as one of the most authoritative yet accessible bible commentaries of our day. The commentary itself is an indepth analysis of genesis with the hebrew text given alongside its translation. Though the terms bible and old testament are commonly used by nonjews to describe judaisms scriptures, the appropriate term is tanach, which is derived as an acronym from the hebrew letters of its three components. Richard elliott friedman has provided a work of scholarship in the same manner of the hebrew writers turned pages from left to right and reading text from right to left. This complete, unabridged audio version features over 60 hours of readings by narrators. He alludes to a tradition whereby god went to the other nations to see if they would accept the torah, but they refused. The oldest publisher of englishlanguage jewish titles, jps seeks to enhance jewish culture by promoting the dissemination of religious and secular works of exceptional quality to all individuals and. The jewish study bible, which comes in a protective slipcase, combines the entire hebrew biblein the celebrated jewish publication society tanakh translationwith. The jewish publication society, known in the jewish community as jps, has initiated a longterm, largescale project to complete a modern jewish commentary on the entire hebrew bible.
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