Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version “Pick me up and throw me into the sea,” he replied, “and it will become calm. I know that it is my fault that this great storm has come upon you.” New Living Translation “Throw me into the sea,” Jonah said, “and it will become calm again. I know that this terrible storm is all my fault.” English Standard Version He said to them, “Pick me up and hurl me into the sea; then the sea will quiet down for you, for I know it is because of me that this great tempest has come upon you.” Berean Standard Bible “Pick me up,” he answered, “and cast me into the sea, so it may quiet down for you. For I know that I am to blame for this violent storm that has come upon you.” Berean Literal Bible And he said to them, “Pick me up and cast me into the sea, and the sea will become quiet around you⁺. For I know that because of me this great tempest is upon you⁺.” King James Bible And he said unto them, Take me up, and cast me forth into the sea; so shall the sea be calm unto you: for I know that for my sake this great tempest is upon you. New King James Version And he said to them, “Pick me up and throw me into the sea; then the sea will become calm for you. For I know that this great tempest is because of me.” New American Standard Bible And he said to them, “Pick me up and hurl me into the sea. Then the sea will become calm for you, because I know that on account of me this great storm has come upon you.” NASB 1995 He said to them, “Pick me up and throw me into the sea. Then the sea will become calm for you, for I know that on account of me this great storm has come upon you.” NASB 1977 And he said to them, “Pick me up and throw me into the sea. Then the sea will become calm for you, for I know that on account of me this great storm has come upon you.” Legacy Standard Bible So he said to them, “Lift me up and hurl me into the sea. Then the sea will become quiet for you, for I know that on account of me this great storm has come upon you.” Amplified Bible Jonah said to them, “Pick me up and throw me into the sea. Then the sea will become calm for you, for I know that it is because of me that this great storm has come upon you.” Berean Annotated Bible “Pick me up, he answered, “and cast me into the sea, so it may quiet down for you⁺. For I know that I am to blame for this violent storm that has come upon you⁺. Christian Standard Bible He answered them, “Pick me up and throw me into the sea so that it will calm down for you, for I know that I’m to blame for this great storm that is against you.” Holman Christian Standard Bible He answered them, “Pick me up and throw me into the sea so it may quiet down for you, for I know that I’m to blame for this violent storm that is against you.” American Standard Version And he said unto them, Take me up, and cast me forth into the sea; so shall the sea be calm unto you: for I know that for my sake this great tempest is upon you. Contemporary English Version Jonah told them, "Throw me into the sea, and it will calm down. I'm the cause of this terrible storm." English Revised Version And he said unto them, Take me up, and cast me forth into the sea; so shall the sea be calm unto you: for I know that for my sake this great tempest is upon you. GOD'S WORD® Translation He told them, "Throw me overboard. Then the sea will become calm. I know that I'm responsible for this violent storm." Good News Translation Jonah answered, "Throw me into the sea, and it will calm down. I know it is my fault that you are caught in this violent storm." International Standard Version Jonah told them, "Pick me up and toss me into the sea. Then the sea will calm down for you, because I know that it's my fault that this mighty storm has come upon you." NET Bible He said to them, "Pick me up and throw me into the sea to make the sea quiet down, because I know it's my fault you are in this severe storm." New Heart English Bible He said to them, "Take me up, and throw me into the sea. Then the sea will be calm for you; for I know that because of me this great storm is on you." Webster's Bible Translation And he said to them, Take me, and cast me into the sea; so shall the sea be calm to you: for I know that for my sake this great tempest is upon you. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard Bible“Pick me up,” he answered, “and cast me into the sea, so it may quiet down for you. For I know that I am to blame for this violent storm that has come upon you.” World English Bible He said to them, “Take me up, and throw me into the sea. Then the sea will be calm for you; for I know that because of me this great storm is on you.” Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd he says to them, “Lift me up, and cast me into the sea, and the sea ceases from you; for I know that on my account this great storm [is] on you.” Berean Literal Bible And he said to them, “Pick me up and cast me into the sea, and the sea will become quiet around you⁺. For I know that because of me this great tempest is upon you⁺.” Young's Literal Translation And he saith unto them, 'Lift me up, and cast me into the sea, and the sea doth cease from you; for I know that on my account this great tempest is upon you.' Smith's Literal Translation And he will say to them, Lift me up and cast me down to the sea, and the sea will subside from you: For I shall know on my account this great storm is upon you. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd he said to them: Take me up, and cast me into the sea, and the sea shall be calm to you: for I know that for my sake this great tempest is upon you. Catholic Public Domain Version And he said to them, “Take me, and cast me into the sea, and the sea will cease for you. For I know that it is because of me that this great tempest has come upon you.” New American Bible Jonah responded, “Pick me up and hurl me into the sea and then the sea will calm down for you. For I know that this great storm has come upon you because of me.” New Revised Standard Version He said to them, “Pick me up and throw me into the sea; then the sea will quiet down for you; for I know it is because of me that this great storm has come upon you.” Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleJonah said to them, Take me up and cast me into the sea, so that the sea may be calm to you; for I know that for my sake this great tempest is upon you. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated Yonan said to them: ‘pick me up and throw me into the sea, and the sea will be still for you, for I know that this great storm was upon you because of me!’ OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And he said unto them: 'Take me up, and cast me forth into the sea; so shall the sea be calm unto you; for I know that for my sake this great tempest is upon you.' Brenton Septuagint Translation And Jonas said to them, Take me up, and cast me into the sea, and the sea shall be calm to you: for I know that for my sake this great tempest is upon you. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Jonah Cast Into the Sea and Swallowed11Now the sea was growing worse and worse, so they said to Jonah, “What must we do to you to calm this sea for us?” 12“Pick me up,” he answered, “and cast me into the sea, so it may quiet down for you. For I know that I am to blame for this violent storm that has come upon you.” 13Nevertheless, the men rowed hard to get back to dry land, but they could not, for the sea was raging against them more and more.… Cross References “Pick me up,” he answered, John 10:17-18 The reason the Father loves Me is that I lay down My life in order to take it up again. / No one takes it from Me, but I lay it down of My own accord. I have authority to lay it down and authority to take it up again. This charge I have received from My Father.” Isaiah 53:7 He was oppressed and afflicted, yet He did not open His mouth. He was led like a lamb to the slaughter, and as a sheep before her shearers is silent, so He did not open His mouth. Philippians 2:8 And being found in appearance as a man, He humbled Himself and became obedient to death—even death on a cross. “and cast me into the sea, Psalm 69:1-2 For the choirmaster. To the tune of “Lilies.” Of David. Save me, O God, for the waters are up to my neck. / I have sunk into the miry depths, where there is no footing; I have drifted into deep waters, where the flood engulfs me. Psalm 42:7 Deep calls to deep in the roar of Your waterfalls; all Your breakers and waves have rolled over me. Psalm 88:6-7 You have laid me in the lowest Pit, in the darkest of the depths. / Your wrath weighs heavily upon me; all Your waves have submerged me. Selah so it may quiet down for you. Mark 4:39 Then Jesus got up and rebuked the wind and the sea. “Silence!” He commanded. “Be still!” And the wind died down, and it was perfectly calm. Psalm 107:29 He calmed the storm to a whisper, and the waves of the sea were hushed. Matthew 8:26 “You of little faith,” Jesus replied, “why are you so afraid?” Then He got up and rebuked the winds and the sea, and it was perfectly calm. For I know that I am to blame 2 Samuel 24:17 When David saw the angel striking down the people, he said to the LORD, “Surely I, the shepherd, have sinned and acted wickedly. But these sheep, what have they done? Please, let Your hand fall upon me and my father’s house.” Psalm 51:4 Against You, You only, have I sinned and done what is evil in Your sight, so that You may be proved right when You speak and blameless when You judge. Genesis 42:21 Then they said to one another, “Surely we are being punished because of our brother. We saw his anguish when he pleaded with us, but we would not listen. That is why this distress has come upon us.” for this violent storm that has come upon you.” Psalm 107:25-27 For He spoke and raised a tempest that lifted the waves of the sea. / They mounted up to the heavens, then sunk to the depths; their courage melted in their anguish. / They reeled and staggered like drunkards, and all their skill was useless. Jeremiah 23:19 Behold, the storm of the LORD has gone out with fury, a whirlwind swirling down upon the heads of the wicked. Nahum 1:3 The LORD is slow to anger and great in power; the LORD will by no means leave the guilty unpunished. His path is in the whirlwind and storm, and clouds are the dust beneath His feet. Matthew 12:40 For as Jonah was three days and three nights in the belly of the great fish, so the Son of Man will be three days and three nights in the heart of the earth. Treasury of Scripture And he said to them, Take me up, and cast me forth into the sea; so shall the sea be calm to you: for I know that for my sake this great tempest is on you. Take. 2 Samuel 24:17 And David spake unto the LORD when he saw the angel that smote the people, and said, Lo, I have sinned, and I have done wickedly: but these sheep, what have they done? let thine hand, I pray thee, be against me, and against my father's house. John 11:50 Nor consider that it is expedient for us, that one man should die for the people, and that the whole nation perish not. for. Joshua 7:12,20,21 Therefore the children of Israel could not stand before their enemies, but turned their backs before their enemies, because they were accursed: neither will I be with you any more, except ye destroy the accursed from among you… 1 Chronicles 21:17 And David said unto God, Is it not I that commanded the people to be numbered? even I it is that have sinned and done evil indeed; but as for these sheep, what have they done? let thine hand, I pray thee, O LORD my God, be on me, and on my father's house; but not on thy people, that they should be plagued. Ecclesiastes 9:18 Wisdom is better than weapons of war: but one sinner destroyeth much good. Jump to Previous Account Calm Cast Cease Fault Forth Great Lift Pick Quiet Sake Sea Storm Tempest ThrowJump to Next Account Calm Cast Cease Fault Forth Great Lift Pick Quiet Sake Sea Storm Tempest ThrowJonah 1 1. Jonah, sent to Nineveh, flees to Tarshish.4. He is betrayed by a great storm; 11. thrown into the sea; 17. and swallowed by a fish. “Pick me up,” he answered, Jonah's response to the sailors' predicament is significant. His willingness to be "picked up" indicates a moment of self-sacrifice and acceptance of responsibility. This phrase reflects Jonah's acknowledgment of his role in the storm and his readiness to face the consequences. It parallels the concept of substitutionary atonement found in the New Testament, where Jesus willingly offers Himself for the sake of others. “and cast me into the sea,” “so it may quiet down for you.” “For I know that I am to blame” “for this violent storm that has come upon you.” Persons / Places / Events 1. JonahA prophet of God who is fleeing from the Lord's command to go to Nineveh. His disobedience leads to a storm threatening the ship he is on. 2. The Sailors The crew of the ship bound for Tarshish, who are caught in a violent storm due to Jonah's disobedience. They are initially unaware of the cause of the storm. 3. The Sea Represents the chaos and danger that results from Jonah's attempt to flee from God's presence. It is both a literal and symbolic element in the account. 4. The Storm A divine intervention by God to redirect Jonah's path and bring him back to obedience. It serves as a catalyst for Jonah's confession and the sailors' eventual recognition of God's power. 5. Tarshish The destination Jonah chooses in his attempt to escape God's command, symbolizing his rebellion and desire to avoid God's mission. Teaching Points Acknowledgment of SinJonah's admission of guilt is a crucial step in resolving the crisis. We must recognize and confess our sins to restore our relationship with God. God's Sovereignty The storm illustrates God's control over nature and circumstances. Trust in God's sovereignty, even in life's storms. Impact of Disobedience Jonah's disobedience affects not only himself but also those around him. Our actions have consequences for others, emphasizing the importance of obedience to God. Repentance and Redemption Jonah's willingness to be cast into the sea is a form of repentance, leading to his eventual redemption. True repentance involves a willingness to face the consequences of our actions. God's Mercy Despite Jonah's rebellion, God provides a way for his redemption. God's mercy is available to all who turn back to Him. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Jonah 1:12?2. How does Jonah 1:12 demonstrate personal responsibility in difficult situations? 3. What can we learn about repentance from Jonah's actions in Jonah 1:12? 4. How does Jonah 1:12 connect to Jesus calming the storm in Mark 4:39? 5. How can we apply Jonah's willingness to sacrifice for others in our lives? 6. What does Jonah 1:12 teach about God's sovereignty over human decisions and nature? 7. Why did Jonah believe his sacrifice would calm the storm in Jonah 1:12? 8. How does Jonah 1:12 reflect on personal responsibility and divine intervention? 9. What does Jonah 1:12 reveal about human guilt and repentance? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Jonah 1? 11. Was Jonah truly swallowed by a whale? 12. Jonah 1:15-16 - Would experienced pagan sailors genuinely convert to worship Yahweh so abruptly after tossing Jonah overboard? 13. Jonah 1:4 - How plausible is it that a sudden storm was divinely sent precisely to target Jonah's fleeing ship? 14. What happened to Jonah in the biblical story? What Does Jonah 1:12 Mean Pick me up,• Jonah immediately owns the crisis and invites the sailors to lay hands on him. Instead of running farther, he submits, echoing the humility seen in Psalm 51:17, “The sacrifices of God are a broken spirit.” • His words anticipate the self-offering of Christ, who said in John 10:18, “No one takes it from Me, but I lay it down of My own accord.” and cast me into the sea, • Jonah proposes a substitutionary act: one man thrown into judgment so the many may live—an Old Testament picture of Isaiah 53:5, “He was pierced for our transgressions.” • The sea often represents chaos and divine judgment (Genesis 6:17; Exodus 14:27-28). By stepping into it, Jonah accepts the penalty his rebellion deserves (Romans 6:23). • Jesus later ties His own burial to this very plunge: “For just as Jonah was three days and three nights in the belly of the great fish…” (Matthew 12:40). so it may quiet down for you. • Jonah is confident that God will cease the storm once justice is met, much like Psalm 107:29, “He stilled the storm to a whisper.” • The safety of the sailors depends on the sacrifice of another—foreshadowing 1 Peter 3:18, “For Christ also suffered once for sins, the righteous for the unrighteous, to bring you to God.” • God’s wrath is real, yet it is pacified when atonement is made (Leviticus 16:30). For I know • No guesswork—Jonah has divine conviction, as David had when he said, “I have sinned greatly in what I have done” (2 Samuel 24:10). • True repentance begins with honest acknowledgment (1 John 1:9). that I am to blame • Jonah stops blaming circumstances and sailors; he points to himself. Proverbs 28:13 reminds us, “Whoever conceals his transgressions will not prosper, but he who confesses and forsakes them will find mercy.” • This admission mirrors the prodigal’s confession in Luke 15:18, “Father, I have sinned against heaven and before you.” for this violent storm that has come upon you. • Sin’s fallout is communal; others suffer when one rebels (Joshua 7:1,24-25). • God can hurl storms both literal and figurative to discipline His people (Hebrews 12:6; Nahum 1:3). • Yet even divine judgment is aimed at redemption: the storm drives Jonah to obedience and eventually brings Nineveh to repentance (Jonah 3:5-10). summary Jonah 1:12 shows a runaway prophet turned confessor. By volunteering to be thrown into the sea, Jonah accepts personal responsibility, illustrates substitutionary sacrifice, and trusts that God’s justice will restore peace. The verse foreshadows Christ’s willing self-offering, reminds us that sin endangers others, and calls every believer to humble confession so the storms of divine discipline can give way to calm. (12) Cast me forth into the sea.--There was no need of prophetic inspiration to enable Jonah to pass this sentence upon himself. He is too manly not to prefer to perish without involving others in his ruin.Verse 12. - Jonah, brought to a better mind, perhaps divinely inspired, pronounces his own sentence. "I know," he says, "that the fault is mine, and deserves death, therefore take me up, and cast me forth into the sea." He will not he his own executioner, but will patiently bear a death righteously inflicted by others, whoso safety he was endangering by his continued presence.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew “Pick me up,”שָׂא֙וּנִי֙ (śā·’ū·nî) Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine plural | first person common singular Strong's 5375: To lift, carry, take he answered, וַיֹּ֣אמֶר (way·yō·mer) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 559: To utter, say “and cast me וַהֲטִילֻ֣נִי (wa·hă·ṭî·lu·nî) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Imperative - masculine plural | first person common singular Strong's 2904: To pitch over, reel, to cast down, out into אֶל־ (’el-) Preposition Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to the sea, הַיָּ֔ם (hay·yām) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 3220: A sea, the Mediterranean Sea, large river, an artifical basin so it הַיָּ֖ם (hay·yām) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 3220: A sea, the Mediterranean Sea, large river, an artifical basin may quiet down וְיִשְׁתֹּ֥ק (wə·yiš·tōq) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 8367: To be quiet for you. מֵֽעֲלֵיכֶ֑ם (mê·‘ă·lê·ḵem) Preposition-m | second person masculine plural Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against For כִּ֚י (kî) Conjunction Strong's 3588: A relative conjunction I אָ֔נִי (’ā·nî) Pronoun - first person common singular Strong's 589: I know יוֹדֵ֣עַ (yō·w·ḏê·a‘) Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular Strong's 3045: To know that כִּ֣י (kî) Conjunction Strong's 3588: A relative conjunction I am to blame בְשֶׁלִּ֔י (ḇə·šel·lî) Preposition-b, Pr | Preposition | first person common singular Strong's 7945: On account of, whatsoever, whichsoever for this הַזֶּ֖ה (haz·zeh) Article | Pronoun - masculine singular Strong's 2088: This, that violent הַגָּד֛וֹל (hag·gā·ḏō·wl) Article | Adjective - masculine singular Strong's 1419: Great, older, insolent storm הַסַּ֧עַר (has·sa·‘ar) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 5591: A hurricane that has come upon you.” עֲלֵיכֶֽם׃ (‘ă·lê·ḵem) Preposition | second person masculine plural Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against Links Jonah 1:12 NIVJonah 1:12 NLT Jonah 1:12 ESV Jonah 1:12 NASB Jonah 1:12 KJV Jonah 1:12 BibleApps.com Jonah 1:12 Biblia Paralela Jonah 1:12 Chinese Bible Jonah 1:12 French Bible Jonah 1:12 Catholic Bible OT Prophets: Jonah 1:12 He said to them Take me up (Jon. 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