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2. And he made prayer to the Lord and said, O Lord, is this not what I said when I was still in my country? This is why I took care to go in flight to Tarshish: for I was certain that you were a loving God, full of pity, slow to be angry and great in mercy, and ready to be turned from your purpose of evil.

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BBE Jonah 4:2 overlaying nature image scene: Moss-draped cypress trees emerge from morning fog. Spanish moss sways like ancient lace.;2. And he made prayer to the Lord and said, O Lord, is this not what I said when I was still in my country? This is why I took care to go in flight to Tarshish: for I was certain that you were a loving God, full of pity, slow to be angry and great in mercy, and ready to be turned from your purpose of evil.

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Summary: In Chapter 4 of the Book of Jonah, the prophet Jonah experiences deep anger and disappointment after God spares the city of Nineveh following their repentance. Despite having initially fled from God's command to warn the Ninevites, Jonah reveals his true feelings about God's mercy towards a people he despises. He expresses a desire to die rather than witness God's compassion for them. In response, God provides a plant to shade Jonah, which brings him temporary pleasure, but then allows it to wither, leading Jonah to lament its loss. Through this incident, God teaches Jonah a lesson about compassion and the value of human life, highlighting the contrast between Jonah’s self-centeredness and God’s concern for Nineveh, a city with many inhabitants. The chapter concludes with God emphasizing the importance of showing mercy and understanding, revealing His desire for all people to come to repentance and salvation.

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