Jonah

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Jonah in the Bible

Prophet sent to Nineveh

A prophet sent to proclaim a message to Nineveh and central figure of the Book of Jonah. Primary biblical coverage: 2 Kings 14; Jonah.

AT A GLANCE

Jonah at a Glance

TestamentBoth
First Appearance2 Kings 14:25
Last AppearanceMatthew 16:4
Known ForA prophet sent to proclaim a message to Nineveh and central figure of the Book of Jonah.
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