Jonah 1:11 · KJV
"Then said they unto him, What shall we do unto thee, that the sea may be calm unto us? for the sea wrought, and was tempestuous."
King James Version
What does Jonah 1:11 mean? →Passage Context
9And he said unto them, I am an Hebrew; and I fear the LORD, the God of heaven, which hath made the sea and the dry land.
10Then were the men exceedingly afraid, and said unto him, Why hast thou done this? For the men knew that he fled from the presence of the LORD, because he had told them.
11Then said they unto him, What shall we do unto thee, that the sea may be calm unto us? for the sea wrought, and was tempestuous.
12And he said unto them, Take me up, and cast me forth into the sea; so shall the sea be calm unto you: for I know that for my sake this great tempest is upon you.
13Nevertheless the men rowed hard to bring it to the land; but they could not: for the sea wrought, and was tempestuous against them.
Reflection Questions
1
What does it mean for you to seek calm in chaos?
2
How do you respond when faced with challenges beyond your control?
3
When have you felt the need to turn to others for help?
Life Application
faith
Trusting God during turbulent times can lead to peace. Consider how you can rely on your faith when faced with storms in life.
relationships
Communicate openly with those around you during difficult times. This can strengthen your bonds and provide mutual support.
People in This Verse
JonahOT
Jonah, the son of Amittai, was a prophet known for his reluctance to follow God's command to preach to Nineveh. His story illustrates themes of obedience and mercy.
First appearance: 2 Kings 14:25
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