Key Figures — Jonah 4

2 figures

1. Jonah

   Prophet of God sent to Nineveh.

   Jonah is displeased and angry with God's mercy towards Nineveh. He struggles with understanding God's compassion and grace, revealing his own biases and limited perspective on God's love.

   Related passages

   • Jonah Chapter 1 (Jonah's initial call and flight)
   • Jonah Chapter 2 (Jonah's prayer from the fish)
   • Jonah Chapter 3 (Jonah's preaching in Nineveh)
   • Luke Chapter 15 (Parable of the Prodigal Son, illustrating God's mercy)

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2. God

   Sovereign and compassionate Creator.

   God demonstrates His sovereignty and compassion by sparing Nineveh and teaching Jonah about His grace through the plant and the worm. God's dialogue with Jonah highlights His concern for all creation.

   Related passages

   • Exodus 34:6 (God's nature as merciful and gracious)
   • Psalm 145:8-9 (God's compassion and mercy)
   • Matthew 5:44-45 (God's love for all people)

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   • #Grace

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