Jonas
/JOH-nas/
Summary
The Greek form of Jonah, used in the New Testament for both the prophet Jonah and for the father of the apostle Peter.
☩Biblical Usage
Jonas is the Graecized form of the Hebrew name Jonah, used in the New Testament for: (1) The prophet Jonah, referenced by Jesus as a sign of His death and resurrection (Matthew 12:39-41; 16:4; Luke 11:29-32). (2) The father of the apostle Peter, who is called 'Simon, son of Jonas' (John 21:15-17). In John 1:42, the name appears as 'Jona' in some manuscripts, and other manuscripts have 'John' (Iōannēs), suggesting Jonas may be a contraction of that name.
Key verses:Matthew 12:39-41John 21:15-17John 1:42
Related Verses10 mentions
See Also
References
- 1.John McClintock and James Strong, "Jonas," in Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature, vol. IV (Harper & Brothers, 1867–1887).
- 2.James Orr (ed.), "Jonas," in International Standard Bible Encyclopedia, vol. III (Howard-Severance Company, 1915).