In Jonah 2:3, Jonah describes being cast into the sea—directly referencing the event he volunteered for in 1:12.

In Joshua 7:20, Achan similarly confesses his sin as the cause of Israel's defeat—both men admit personal guilt that brought disaster on others.

In 2 Samuel 24:17, David offers himself in place of the people, mirroring Jonah's willingness to be cast into the sea.

In 1 Chronicles 21:17, David offers himself to stop a plague on Israel—mirroring Jonah's self-sacrifice to save the sailors.

In John 11:50, Caiaphas says one man should die for the people, typifying Christ's sacrifice as Jonah's self-offering here.

In Acts 27:24, Paul's presence guarantees safety for all aboard—contrasting with Jonah's confession that his presence endangers the ship.

In Job 35:8, Elihu claims sin only hurts the sinner—but Jonah's sin endangers many sailors, contradicting this view.

In Joshua 6:18, taking devoted things brings trouble on the camp—parallel to Jonah's sin bringing a storm on the ship.

In Ecclesiastes 9:18, one sinner destroys much good—Jonah's single disobedient act endangers the entire ship, illustrating this principle.