What was the immediate reaction of the sea after Jonah was thrown overboard?
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Correct answer: It ceased from its raging
Jonah 1:15 records that as soon as Jonah was cast into the sea, the sea 'ceased from its raging.' This miracle caused the sailors to fear the Lord exceedingly and offer sacrifices.
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