Contradictions and Paradoxes in Jonah 1:5

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Jonah 1:5 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Jonah 1:5. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of Jonah, when the sailors got scared of the big storm, they prayed to their gods and threw things off the ship to make it lighter. Meanwhile, Jonah was sleeping deep inside the ship and didn't know about any of it.

Jonah 1:5: Then the mariners were afraid, and cried every man unto his god, and cast forth the wares that [were] in the ship into the sea, to lighten [it] of them. But Jonah was gone down into the sides of the ship; and he lay, and was fast asleep.

Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5

Jonah 1:5 shows fear and reliance on their own efforts during the storm, while Proverbs 3:5 urges trust in the Lord over one's own understanding.

Proverbs 3:5: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.

Contradiction with Philippians 4:6-7

Jonah 1:5 describes the sailors' anxiety and fear during the storm, whereas Philippians 4:6-7 advocates for peace through prayer and trust in God, free from anxiety.

Philippians 4:6-7: Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.

Contradiction with Psalm 46:1-2

The sailors in Jonah 1:5 respond with fear and desperation in the storm, but Psalm 46:1-2 emphasizes God as a refuge and strength, encouraging believers not to fear.

Psalm 46:1-2: [To the chief Musician for the sons of Korah, A Song upon Alamoth.] God [is] our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. [for: or, of]

Contradiction with Matthew 8:24-26

Unlike the panic of the sailors in Jonah 1:5, Jesus calms the storm in Matthew 8:24-26 and questions the disciples' lack of faith, illustrating a contrast in response to danger.

Matthew 8:24-26: And, behold, there arose a great tempest in the sea, insomuch that the ship was covered with the waves: but he was asleep.

Contradiction with Isaiah 41:10

Jonah 1:5 presents fear and terror in the face of the storm, while Isaiah 41:10 commands not to fear, assuring God's presence and strength.

Isaiah 41:10: Fear thou not; for I [am] with thee: be not dismayed; for I [am] thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.
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