Jonah Flashcards
Who was Jonah?
Jonah was a prophet who was called by God to preach repentance to the city of Nineveh, the capital of Assyria. He initially resisted God’s command and tried to flee.
What happens when Jonah tries to flee from God?
Jonah tries to flee by boarding a ship heading in the opposite direction, but God sends a storm. The sailors throw Jonah overboard, and he is swallowed by a great fish, where he spends three days and nights.
How does Jonah respond while inside the fish?
While inside the fish, Jonah prays to God, expressing repentance and gratitude for being saved from drowning. After three days, God commands the fish to vomit Jonah onto dry land.
What happens when Jonah goes to Nineveh?
Jonah finally obeys God and goes to Nineveh, where he preaches a message of repentance. The people of Nineveh, from the king down to the commoners, repent, and God spares the city from destruction.
What is the overarching theme of the book of Jonah?
The book of Jonah emphasizes God’s mercy and compassion, even for the people of a foreign and enemy nation. It also highlights the importance of obedience to God’s commands and the possibility of redemption through repentance.
