Old Testament • Minor Prophets

Jonah

A reluctant prophet, a great fish, and God's wide compassion toward the repentant city of Nineveh.

4 Chapters • Author: Jonah • Translation: Christian Standard Bible
Key Verse of Jonah
Jonah 1:1 "Your word is a lamp for my feet and a light on my path."

Christian Standard Bible (CSB)

Major Themes in Jonah:

#Divine Justice #Call to Repentance #Mercy #Day of the Lord #Hope
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Study Insights for Jonah

Genre & Classification: Minor Prophets (Old Covenant)

Historical Background: Penned under divine inspiration by Jonah, revealing God's covenant purpose.

Primary Focus: A reluctant prophet, a great fish, and God's wide compassion toward the repentant city of Nineveh.

Translation Standard: Christian Standard Bible (CSB) using Optimal Equivalence for maximum word precision and readability.

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