Jonah 1:3
But Jonah rose up to flee unto Tarshish from the presence of the Lord, and went down to Joppa; and he found a ship going to Tarshish: so he paid the fare thereof, and went down into it, to go with them unto Tarshish from the presence of the Lord.
Cross-references
Jonah 1:10 confirms that the sailors knew Jonah was fleeing from the LORD, reinforcing his disobedience and its exposure.
Jonah 4:2 explains his motive for fleeing: he knew God would relent, directly revealing the reason for his disobedience in 1:3.
In Genesis 4:16, Cain leaves God's presence using language identical to Jonah's flight—both depart from the Lord.
In Acts 26:19, Paul asserts obedience to his heavenly vision, directly opposing Jonah's disobedience in fleeing.
Isaiah 60:9 describes ships of Tarshish bringing exiles back to the LORD — the opposite of Jonah's flight on such a ship.
Psalm 139:7-12 declares that no one can flee from God's presence — directly opposing Jonah's attempt here, showing its futility.
In Genesis 3:8, Adam and Eve hide from God's presence—the same phrase Jonah uses, a shared motif of avoiding God.
Proverbs 27:8 compares a wanderer from his place to a bird from its nest, illustrating Jonah's foolish flight from his mission.
In Jeremiah 20:7-9, the prophet cannot escape God's word despite trying, highlighting Jonah's failed attempt to flee his call.
In Ezekiel 3:14, Ezekiel goes with bitterness under God's hand, contrasting with Jonah's deliberate flight from God's presence.
Hosea 7:13 laments Israel's straying and rebellion — mirroring Jonah's flight from God's presence as an act of rebellion.
In 1 Corinthians 9:16, Paul expresses a necessity to preach, contrasting with Jonah's attempt to escape his commission.
In 2 Thessalonians 1:9, 'away from the presence of the Lord' describes eternal destruction — a permanent separation contrasting Jonah's temporary flight.
2 Kings 17:20 says God cast Israel out of His sight — similar to Jonah fleeing His presence, though one is judgment, the other self-willed.
In 1 Kings 19:3, Elijah also flees from a threat, showing a pattern of prophets reacting in fear, though their reasons differ.
1 Corinthians 9:17 speaks of fulfilling a commission even unwillingly — contrasting with Jonah's deliberate flight from his commission.
Ezra 3:7 mentions Joppa as the port where timber was brought, confirming it was a key maritime hub as Jonah used.
In Isaiah 2:16, 'ships of Tarshish' are among objects of human pride to be humbled — the same type of ship Jonah used to flee.
In Isaiah 23:6, inhabitants are told to 'cross over to Tarshish' in mourning — mirroring Jonah's journey to Tarshish as an escape.
Ezekiel 27:12 lists Tarshish as a wealthy trading port, providing background on the destination Jonah sought.
1 Kings 10:22 mentions Solomon's navy of Tarshish ships, showing they were known for long-distance trade.