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8th-7th centuries BCE

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The book of Jonah in The Bible was likely written in the 4th century BCE, during the time of the Babylonian exile. It is considered one of the prophetic books and is attributed to the prophet Jonah.

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Was Jonah from the southern or northern kingdom?

A:The Book of Jonah places Jonah in the northern kingdom of Israel, perhaps in the eighth century BCE. Scholars continue to debate whether the story was actually written in Israel or, much later (perhaps even after the Babylonian Exile), in the southern kingdom of Judah.


Did Jonah's father Amittai die in Nineveh?

The Bible does not provide specific details about the death of Jonah's father Amittai in Nineveh. Jonah's father is only mentioned in the book of Jonah as a prophet from Gath-Hepher. The focus of the book is on Jonah's journey to Nineveh and his mission to deliver a message of repentance to the city's inhabitants.


How long was Jonah stuck in the whale for and where is it found in the Bible?

Jonah was in the whale three days and three nights.Jonah 1:17"Now the LORD had prepared a great fish to swallow up Jonah. And Jonah was in the belly of the fish three days and three nights."


Who was a prophet that warned Nineveh to repent repent?

The prophet who warned Nineveh to repent and turn from their wickedness was Jonah, as mentioned in the Bible in the Book of Jonah. Jonah was initially reluctant to deliver the message, but after facing trials at sea, he eventually preached to the people of Nineveh, urging them to repent in order to avoid destruction. The people of Nineveh heeded Jonah's warning, repented, and as a result, their city was saved.


Is Jonah mentioned in the New Testament?

Yes, Jonah is mentioned in the New Testament. Jesus refers to the story of Jonah in the Gospels, particularly in Matthew 12:39-41, to illustrate his coming death and resurrection.