Jonah 1:11
French S21 2007 (Bible Segond 21)
Ils lui dirent: «Que te ferons-nous pour que la mer se calme envers nous?» En effet, la mer était de plus en plus déchaînée.
What Does This Mean?
In this verse, the sailors on a ship that is in a storm ask Jonah what they should do to calm the sea. The sea is very rough and causing them great fear.
Explained for Children
Imagine you're sailing on a boat with your friends when suddenly it starts raining really hard and the waves get huge! Your friends are scared, so they ask you how to make the storm stop. That's what's happening here, but Jonah doesn't have an easy answer.
Historical Background
Jonah was written by the prophet Jonah around 700 BC during a time of great conflict between Israel and Assyria. The audience would have been the people of Nineveh and later, all readers interested in the story of Jonah's journey.
Living It Out Today
When facing turmoil or difficult situations, we often seek advice from others on how to calm things down. This verse reminds us that sometimes the source of our trouble is more complex than just a simple fix.
Topics
storm and calmfear and trustseeking solutionsdivine interventionhuman responsibilityprophetic mission
Related Verses
Psalms 107:23-30Matthew 8:23-27Mark 4:35-41Luke 8:22-25Jonah 1:9
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the sailors' main concern?
The sailors were mainly concerned about calming the sea because it was stormy and dangerous, threatening their journey.
Why did they ask Jonah what to do?
They believed that Jonah's involvement had caused the storm. They hoped he would know how to appease the forces causing the turmoil.
How does this verse show human responsibility?
The sailors take action by asking for solutions, showing their attempt at controlling a situation they believe is out of their hands.
What can we learn about faith from this verse?
This verse highlights how in times of crisis, people look for spiritual or divine guidance. Faith often involves trusting beyond our understanding.