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Who was the father of Jonah?
Amittai
Zechariah
Beor
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Jonah 1:1 - He was from Gath-hepher in Zebulun.
Jonah is known for his unique story of being swallowed by a great fish, but let’s not overlook a few fascinating points about his lineage and culture, which were rooted deeply in ancient Israel's history. His father's name, Amittai, translates to "my truth" in Hebrew, which is both poetic and telling. This may indicate that Jonah was born into a family valuing authenticity and integrity, traits lower in the scale of worth compared to the extravagant tales of nobility.
Located in Zebulun, the town of Gath-hepher likely shaped much of Jonah's worldview. Zebulun was once a warrior tribe and was significant as a coastal region where trade flourished. You can draw echoes from the biblical narrative, pinpointed by geographical locations: Jonah's experience carries shades of Israel’s complicated relationship with the outside world—most notably previously receiving instruction from God regarding his message to called people embodied in Nineveh, a major city of Assyria, which led to his famous reluctance.
Interestingly, while many prophets stirred the hearts of rebellious nations inwardly in Israel, Jonah’s directive to a foreign land brings thought-provoking reflections on how inclusive divine messages were intended even beyond Israel’s borders. His journey boldly illustrates that truth extends beyond particular cultural lines and speaks to the universality of its significance and influence. Who would’ve thought a reluctant prophet from a bustling trade route town turned the head of mighty Nineveh with his timely words of repentance?
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Jonah: To which city did Jonah take the message from God instructing them to repent?
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What happened to the plant that God caused to grow over Jonah to give him shade?
Jonah chopped it down
It produced fruit
Its leaves grew larger
What was the name of the city that Jonah was told to take God's message to?
Which city did Jonah try to run to instead of going to Nineveh as God had commanded?
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How long was Jonah stuck inside the great fish?
1 day
1 month
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Where was Jonah when he prayed to God with the voice of thanksgiving?
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Which book of the Bible precedes Jonah?
Amos
Hosea
Obadiah
Which city did God ask Jonah to go to?
Joppa
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