Topical Encyclopedia Manna, often referred to as "bread from heaven," is a miraculous substance provided by God to the Israelites during their 40-year journey in the wilderness after their exodus from Egypt. This divine provision is detailed in the Book of Exodus and further mentioned in other parts of the Old Testament. Manna served as a daily sustenance for the Israelites, symbolizing God's providence and care for His people.Biblical Account The primary account of manna is found in Exodus 16. The Israelites, having left Egypt, found themselves in the Desert of Sin, where they grumbled against Moses and Aaron due to the lack of food. In response, God promised to rain down bread from heaven for them. Each morning, the Israelites were to gather a specific amount, enough for each person in their household. On the sixth day, they were to gather twice as much to prepare for the Sabbath, a day of rest. Exodus 16:14-15 describes the appearance of manna: "When the layer of dew had evaporated, there were thin flakes like frost on the ground, appearing on the desert floor. When the Israelites saw it, they asked one another, 'What is it?' For they did not know what it was. So Moses told them, 'It is the bread that the LORD has given you to eat.'" Manna and the Sun A notable characteristic of manna was its sensitivity to the sun's heat. Exodus 16:21 states, "Each morning they each gathered as much as they needed, and when the sun grew hot, it melted away." This detail emphasizes the importance of obedience and diligence in gathering manna early in the day, as any delay would result in the loss of this precious provision. The melting of manna by the sun serves as a reminder of the transient nature of God's daily provision and the necessity of relying on Him consistently. Symbolism and Lessons Manna is rich in symbolic meaning. It represents God's faithfulness and the importance of daily dependence on Him. The Israelites' experience with manna teaches lessons about trust, obedience, and the sufficiency of God's provision. The melting of manna by the sun underscores the urgency of seizing God's blessings and instructions without delay. In the New Testament, Jesus refers to Himself as the "true bread from heaven" (John 6:32-35), drawing a parallel between manna and His own role as the spiritual sustenance for believers. Just as the Israelites depended on manna for physical nourishment, Christians are called to rely on Christ for spiritual life and sustenance. Conclusion The account of manna melting away by the sun is a profound illustration of God's provision and the necessity of timely obedience. It serves as a reminder of the daily grace available to believers and the importance of seeking God's presence and provision each day. Torrey's Topical Textbook Exodus 16:21And they gathered it every morning, every man according to his eating: and when the sun waxed hot, it melted. Torrey's Topical Textbook Library Thankfulness for Mercies Received, a Necessary Duty The Bread of God Following the Cloud. God Alone the Salvation of his People The Worst Things Work for Good to the Godly Epistle Lxxv. To Magnus, on Baptizing the Novatians, and those who ... The Condescension of Christ Fragrant Spices from the Mountains of Myrrh. "Thou Art all Fair ... Two Fountains, one Stream Love Resources What was Jesus' message to the church in Pergamum in Revelation? | GotQuestions.orgWhat were the quail mentioned in the Bible? | GotQuestions.org Is working on Sunday a sin? | GotQuestions.org Manna: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Subtopics Manna: A Golden Pot of, Laid up in the Holiest for a Memorial Manna: An Omer of, Gathered for Each Person Manna: Blessedness Given to Saints Manna: Called: Bread from Heaven Manna: Called: Bread of Heaven Manna: Ceased when Israel Entered Canaan Manna: Fell After the Evening Dew Manna: General Scriptures Concerning Manna: Given in Answer to Prayer Manna: Given: As a Sign of Moses's Divine Mission Manna: Given: As a Test of Obedience Manna: Given: To Exhibit God's Glory Manna: Given: To Humble and Prove Israel Manna: Given: To Teach That Man Does not Live by Bread Only Manna: Given: when Israel Murmured for Bread Manna: He That Gathered Much or Little had Sufficient and Nothing Manna: Kept Longer than a Day (Except on the Sabbath) Became Corrupt Manna: Like in Colour to Bdellium Manna: Like in Taste to Wafers Made With Honey Manna: Miraculously Given to Israel for Food in the Wilderness Manna: None Fell on the Sabbath Day Manna: Preserved in the Ark of the Testimony Manna: The Israelites: At First Covetous of Manna: The Israelites: Counted Inferior to Food of Egypt Manna: The Israelites: Ground, Made Into Cakes and Baked in Pans Manna: The Israelites: Loathed Manna: The Israelites: Punished for Despising Manna: The Israelites: Punished for Loathing Manna: Two Portions of, Gathered the Sixth Day on Account of The Related Terms Coriander-seed (2 Occurrences) Kibroth-hattaavah (5 Occurrences) |
    |