Cross-referencesExplore similar Bible verses on Jonah 2:5 in English Standard Version "The waters closed in over me to take my life; the deep surrounded me; weeds were wrapped about my head" Ps 69:1 To the choirmaster: according to Lilies. Of David. Save me, O God! For the waters have come up to my neck.La 3:54 water closed over my head; I said, ‘I am lost.’