New International VersionThe word of the LORD came to Jonah son of Amittai:
New Living TranslationThe LORD gave this message to Jonah son of Amittai:
English Standard VersionNow the word of the LORD came to Jonah the son of Amittai, saying,
Berean Standard BibleNow the word of the LORD came to Jonah son of Amittai, saying,
King James BibleNow the word of the LORD came unto Jonah the son of Amittai, saying,
New King James VersionNow the word of the LORD came to Jonah the son of Amittai, saying,
New American Standard BibleThe word of the LORD came to Jonah the son of Amittai, saying,
NASB 1995The word of the LORD came to Jonah the son of Amittai saying,
NASB 1977The word of the LORD came to Jonah the son of Amittai saying,
Legacy Standard BibleNow the word of Yahweh came to Jonah the son of Amittai saying,
Amplified BibleNow the word of the LORD came to Jonah the son of Amittai, saying,
Christian Standard BibleThe word of the LORD came to Jonah son of Amittai:
Holman Christian Standard BibleThe word of the LORD came to Jonah son of Amittai:”
American Standard VersionNow the word of Jehovah came unto Jonah the son of Amittai, saying,
Contemporary English VersionOne day the LORD told Jonah, the son of Amittai,
English Revised VersionNow the word of the LORD came unto Jonah the son of Amittai, saying,
GOD'S WORD® TranslationThe LORD spoke his word to Jonah, son of Amittai. He said,
Good News TranslationOne day the LORD spoke to Jonah son of Amittai.
International Standard VersionNow this message from the LORD came to Amittai's son Jonah:
NET BibleThe LORD said to Jonah son of Amittai,
New Heart English BibleNow the word of the LORD came to Jonah the son of Amittai, saying,
Webster's Bible TranslationNow the word of the LORD came to Jonah the son of Amittai, saying, Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleNow the word of the LORD came to Jonah son of Amittai, saying,
World English BibleNow Yahweh’s word came to Jonah the son of Amittai, saying, Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd there is a word of YHWH to Jonah son of Amittai, saying,
Young's Literal Translation And there is a word of Jehovah unto Jonah son of Amittai, saying:
Smith's Literal TranslationAnd the word of Jehovah shall be to Jonah, son of Amittai, saying, Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleNow the word of the Lord came to Jonas the son of Amathi, saying:
Catholic Public Domain VersionAnd the word of the Lord came to Jonah the son of Amittai, saying:
New American BibleThe word of the LORD came to Jonah, son of Amittai:
New Revised Standard VersionNow the word of the LORD came to Jonah son of Amittai, saying, Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleNOW the word of the LORD came to Jonah the son of Matai (Matthew), saying,
Peshitta Holy Bible TranslatedAnd the word of LORD JEHOVAH was upon Yonan, son of Matti, saying: OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Now the word of the LORD came unto Jonah the son of Amittai, saying:
Brenton Septuagint TranslationNow the word of the Lord came to Jonas the son of Amathi, saying,
Additional Translations ... Audio Bible
Context Jonah Flees From the LORD1Now the wordof the LORDcametoJonahsonof Amittai,saying,2“Get up! Go to the great city of Nineveh and preach against it, because its wickedness has come up before Me.”…
Cross References 2 Kings 14:25This Jeroboam restored the boundary of Israel from Lebo-hamath to the Sea of the Arabah, according to the word that the LORD, the God of Israel, had spoken through His servant Jonah son of Amittai, the prophet from Gath-hepher.
Matthew 12:39-41Jesus replied, “A wicked and adulterous generation demands a sign, but none will be given it except the sign of the prophet Jonah. / For as Jonah was three days and three nights in the belly of the great fish, so the Son of Man will be three days and three nights in the heart of the earth. / The men of Nineveh will stand at the judgment with this generation and condemn it; for they repented at the preaching of Jonah, and now One greater than Jonah is here.
Luke 11:29-32As the crowds were increasing, Jesus said, “This is a wicked generation. It demands a sign, but none will be given it except the sign of Jonah. / For as Jonah was a sign to the Ninevites, so the Son of Man will be a sign to this generation. / The Queen of the South will rise at the judgment with the men of this generation and condemn them; for she came from the ends of the earth to hear the wisdom of Solomon, and now One greater than Solomon is here. ...
Matthew 16:4A wicked and adulterous generation demands a sign, but none will be given it except the sign of Jonah.” Then He left them and went away.
John 1:1-3In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. / He was with God in the beginning. / Through Him all things were made, and without Him nothing was made that has been made.
Romans 10:14-15How then can they call on the One in whom they have not believed? And how can they believe in the One of whom they have not heard? And how can they hear without someone to preach? / And how can they preach unless they are sent? As it is written: “How beautiful are the feet of those who bring good news!”
Hebrews 1:1On many past occasions and in many different ways, God spoke to our fathers through the prophets.
Acts 13:2While they were worshiping the Lord and fasting, the Holy Spirit said, “Set apart for Me Barnabas and Saul for the work to which I have called them.”
Acts 10:36He has sent this message to the people of Israel, proclaiming the gospel of peace through Jesus Christ, who is Lord of all.
1 Peter 1:10-12Concerning this salvation, the prophets who foretold the grace to come to you searched and investigated carefully, / trying to determine the time and setting to which the Spirit of Christ in them was pointing when He predicted the sufferings of Christ and the glories to follow. / It was revealed to them that they were not serving themselves, but you, when they foretold the things now announced by those who preached the gospel to you by the Holy Spirit sent from heaven. Even angels long to look into these things.
Jeremiah 1:1-2These are the words of Jeremiah son of Hilkiah, one of the priests in Anathoth in the territory of Benjamin. / The word of the LORD came to Jeremiah in the thirteenth year of the reign of Josiah son of Amon king of Judah,
Amos 3:7Surely the Lord GOD does nothing without revealing His plan to His servants the prophets.
Hosea 1:1This is the word of the LORD that came to Hosea son of Beeri in the days of Uzziah, Jotham, Ahaz, and Hezekiah, kings of Judah, and of Jeroboam son of Jehoash, king of Israel.
Zechariah 1:1In the eighth month of the second year of Darius, the word of the LORD came to the prophet Zechariah son of Berechiah, the son of Iddo, saying:
Isaiah 1:1This is the vision concerning Judah and Jerusalem that Isaiah son of Amoz saw during the reigns of Uzziah, Jotham, Ahaz, and Hezekiah, kings of Judah.
Treasury of Scripture Now the word of the LORD came to Jonah the son of Amittai, saying, Jonah. 2 Kings 14:25
He restored the coast of Israel from the entering of Hamath unto the sea of the plain, according to the word of the LORD God of Israel, which he spake by the hand of his servant Jonah, the son of Amittai, the prophet, whichwas of Gathhepher. Matthew 12:39
But he answered and said unto them, An evil and adulterous generation seeketh after a sign; and there shall no sign be given to it, but the sign of the prophet Jonas: Matthew 16:4
A wicked and adulterous generation seeketh after a sign; and there shall no sign be given unto it, but the sign of the prophet Jonas. And he left them, and departed. Jonas. Jump to Previous AmittaiJonahWordJump to Next AmittaiJonahWordJonah 1 1.Jonah, sent to Nineveh, flees to Tarshish.4.He is betrayed by a great storm;11.thrown into the sea;17.and swallowed by a fish.Now the word of the LORD cameThis phrase indicates divine communication, a common introduction for prophetic books, signifying that the message originates from God. The "word of the LORD" is a recurring theme in the Old Testament, emphasizing the authority and divine origin of the message. It reflects the Hebrew concept of "dabar," which means both word and action, indicating that God's word is powerful and active. This phrase is similar to the introductions in other prophetic books, such as Jeremiah 1:2 and Ezekiel 1:3, establishing Jonah as a legitimate prophet. to Jonah
Jonah is identified as the recipient of God's message. He is a historical figure mentioned in2 Kings 14:25, where he is noted as a prophet during the reign of Jeroboam II, king of Israel. This historical reference places Jonah in the 8th century BC, providing a timeframe for the events of the book. Jonah's name means "dove," which can symbolize peace or, in some contexts, a reluctant messenger. His story is unique among the prophets because it focuses more on his personal journey and response to God's call than on the content of his prophecy. son of Amittai
This designation provides a genealogical context, linking Jonah to his father, Amittai. The name Amittai means "truth" or "faithfulness," which may contrast with Jonah's initial reluctance to obey God's command. Genealogical references are common in biblical texts to establish identity and legitimacy. This phrase also connects Jonah to the historical and cultural context of Israel, grounding the narrative in a real-world setting. saying,
The use of "saying" introduces the direct speech of God, a common narrative technique in biblical literature to convey divine instructions or revelations. This sets the stage for the specific command that God will give to Jonah, highlighting the personal and direct nature of God's communication with His prophets. The immediacy of the word "saying" underscores the urgency and importance of the message that follows. Persons / Places / Events 1. JonahA prophet of Israel, son of Amittai. His name means "dove" in Hebrew, which can symbolize peace or a messenger. Jonah is called by God to deliver a message to Nineveh, a task he initially resists. 2. AmittaiJonah's father. His name means "truth" or "faithfulness" in Hebrew, which may reflect the prophetic calling and the message of truth Jonah is to deliver. 3. The LORDThe covenant name of God, Yahweh, who communicates directly with Jonah, demonstrating His sovereignty and personal involvement in the lives of His people. 4. NinevehAlthough not mentioned in this specific verse, Nineveh is the destination God commands Jonah to go to. It is the capital of Assyria, known for its wickedness, and represents a place of great challenge for Jonah. 5. The Word of the LORDThis phrase indicates divine revelation and authority. It is a common expression in the prophetic books, signifying that the message Jonah receives is not of human origin but from God Himself. Teaching Points God's Sovereignty and InitiativeGod initiates the call to Jonah, demonstrating His sovereign will and purpose. We are reminded that God often calls us to tasks that align with His greater plan, even when they challenge our comfort zones. The Role of a ProphetJonah's role as a prophet is to deliver God's message, regardless of personal feelings or fears. This teaches us about obedience and the responsibility of sharing God's truth with others. God's Pursuit of the LostThe call to go to Nineveh shows God's concern for all people, even those outside Israel. It challenges us to have a heart for missions and evangelism, reaching out to those who may seem far from God. Resistance to God's CallJonah's initial resistance is a common human reaction to God's challenging calls. This encourages us to examine our own hearts and be willing to submit to God's direction, trusting in His wisdom and purpose. Lists and Questions Top 10 Lessons from Jonah 1
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What is the main message of the Book of Nahum?JONAH'S DISOBEDIENCE AND PUNISHMENT. (1)Now . . .--More strictly,And; but the English quite adequately represents the Hebrew style of beginning a narrative, whether it formed a book by itself, or merely continued an historical account. (See the opening of Exodus, Leviticus, and other historical books;Ezekiel 1:1; and comp.1Kings 17:1, &c.) Jonah the son of Amittai.--See Introduction. Verse 1. - Now; or, and. Some have argued from this commencement that the Book of Jonah is a fragment, the continuation of a larger work; but it is a common formulary, linking together revelations and histories, and is continually used in the Old Testament at the beginning of independent works; e.g.Joshua 1:1; Judges 1:1; 1 Samuel 1:1; Esther 1:1; Ezekiel 1:1. Jonah the son of Amittai ( 2 Kings 14:25). (See Introduction, § II.)
Parallel Commentaries ...
Hebrew Now the wordדְּבַר־(də·ḇar-)Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1697:A word, a matter, thing, a causeof the LORDיְהוָ֔ה(Yah·weh)Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068:LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israelcameוַֽיְהִי֙(way·hî)Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 1961:To fall out, come to pass, become, betoאֶל־(’el-)Preposition
Strong's 413:Near, with, among, toJonahיוֹנָ֥ה(yō·w·nāh)Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3124:Jonah -- an Israelite prophetsonבֶן־(ḇen-)Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1121:A sonof Amittai,אֲמִתַּ֖י(’ă·mit·tay)Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 573:Amittai -- 'true', the father of Jonahsaying,לֵאמֹֽר׃(lê·mōr)Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct
Strong's 559:To utter, say
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