This annotated bibliography examines scholarly interpretations of the Book of Jonah, a biblical text that holds particular significance in Jewish liturgy, especially during Yom Kippur. The compilation surveys major academic works spanning several decades of biblical scholarship, analyzing diverse perspectives on the book's historical context, literary structure, and theological themes. Key scholarly debates addressed include the text's dating (ranging from the 8th century BCE during Jonah's lifetime to the post-exilic Persian period), its historical versus legendary nature, and its primary thematic focus. While some scholars interpret the book as a universalistic polemic against post-exilic particularism, others emphasize themes of repentance, divine mercy versus justice, and the conditional nature of prophecy. The bibliography incorporates perspectives from prominent biblical scholars including Ginsberg, Bickerman, von Rad, Kaufmann, and others, examining both traditional and modern literary approaches. A significant contribution involves exploring Jonah's characterization as either a failed prophet lacking compassion or potentially as an intercessor attempting to protect his people from Assyrian destruction. The compilation concludes with the author's novel interpretation suggesting Jonah's disobedience might represent legitimate concern for Israel's survival, challenging traditional negative assessments of the prophet's actions and raising complex questions about divine commands and human moral responsibility.