The story of Jonah describes the tendency of the Jewish people to evade its true and humanity that is at a dead end and needs a prophet who foresaw the future. Instead of teaching the people, Jonah goes to sleep just like the people of Israel today who are escaping their role to be a light unto the nations. The mission of the people of Israel is to reach the first connection through repentance and consideration for others. We are a special people and must save humanity with the power of mutual love.