Classroom•Jonah
Module 2

The Literary Context of the Book of Jonah

Before diving into the book of Jonah, we look at the book’s literary context and see how it fits into the overall structure of the Hebrew Bible.

58 Minutes
Begin Session 6
  1. Introduction to the Ancient TaNaK Order
    Session 6
    Introduction to the Ancient TaNaK Order
    Does the structure of the TaNaK have anything to do with its meaning? Learn about the organization of the TaNaK and how the biblical authors wove together this enormous collection.
    21 Minutes
  2. Reflecting on Jonah and the TaNaK Order
    Session 7
    Reflecting on Jonah and the TaNaK Order
    How clear is the portrait of the messiah in the Hebrew Bible? Were the disciples surprised by Jesus being the Messiah? Reflect on the scope and message of the TaNaK.
    9 Minutes
  3. The “Seams” of the TaNaK
    Session 8
    The “Seams” of the TaNaK
    How does a collection of scrolls become a unified story? Study the seams of the TaNaK to see how the biblical authors united the Hebrew Bible.
    17 Minutes
  4. Reflecting on Biblical Patterns
    Session 9
    Reflecting on Biblical Patterns
    Why was the Christian Old Testament organized differently than the Hebrew Bible? Does this affect its meaning? Consider the questions that arise when looking at the TaNaK order.
    10 Minutes
  5. Quiz
    The Literary Context of the Book of Jonah
    5 Questions