Summary of Jonah

The book of Jonah is about a prophet who disobeys God. Jonah gets swallowed by a big fish. He preaches to the people of Nineveh. The people of Nineveh repent and God forgives them.

History of Jonah

Historical consensus: Jonah was written in the 4th century BCE. The theological beliefs vary. Some see it as a historical account. Others view it as a moral lesson.