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Book of Jonah, a satire with a brilliant ending

Ancient writing demands modern readers reflect on attitude toward adversaries

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G.F. Erichsen
Nov 20, 2022
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Image adapted from work of Jeff Jacobs; licensed by Pixabay.

As fans of the Saturday Night Live TV show know, satire may be one of the most effective ways to convey a political or social message. The Old Testament book of Jonah is just that, a satirical drama, and its message is surprisingly relevant in today’s political and social climate.1

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