Jonathan Wittenberg was born in Glasgow in 1957. Having a strong interest in literature and languages he read English at Cambridge, before spending some time exploring his Jewish identity in Israel. He qualified as a teacher then studied for the rabbinate at Leo Baeck College, London and in Jerusalem.

He has been full time rabbi of the New North London Synagogue in 1987. In addition to his pulpit responsibilities, Rabbi Wittenberg has been involved in numerous Interfaith and Social Justice projects. Among his publications are: 'The Eternal journey: Meditations on the Jewish Year' and 'The Three Pillars of Judaism - a search for faith and values.' Jonathan Wittenberg is married to Nicky Solomon. They have three children, Amos (Mossi), Libby and Kadya.