Topical Encyclopedia In the biblical narrative, the morning holds significant importance as a time of divine provision and renewal, particularly in the context of the Israelites' journey through the wilderness. One of the most notable instances of this is the gathering of manna, the miraculous sustenance provided by God to the Israelites during their 40-year sojourn in the desert.Biblical Context The account of manna is primarily found in the Book of Exodus. After the Israelites' exodus from Egypt, they found themselves in the wilderness, facing the challenge of finding food. In response to their needs, God provided manna, a heavenly bread, as a daily provision. This event is recorded in Exodus 16, where the Lord instructs Moses on how the Israelites are to gather this sustenance. Gathering in the Morning The gathering of manna was specifically designated to occur in the morning. Exodus 16:21 states, "Each morning they each gathered as much as they needed, and when the sun grew hot, it melted away." This timing underscores the importance of diligence and obedience in following God's instructions. The morning gathering ensured that the Israelites received their daily portion before the heat of the day caused the manna to disappear. Spiritual Significance The morning collection of manna symbolizes God's faithfulness and the necessity of daily dependence on Him. It serves as a reminder of the fresh mercies and provisions that God offers each day. Lamentations 3:22-23 echoes this sentiment: "Because of the LORD’s loving devotion we are not consumed, for His mercies never fail. They are new every morning; great is Your faithfulness!" Lessons in Obedience and Trust The Israelites' experience with manna also taught them lessons in obedience and trust. They were instructed to gather only what was needed for each day, except on the sixth day when they were to gather enough for two days to honor the Sabbath rest (Exodus 16:5). This daily routine required them to trust in God's provision and resist the temptation to hoard or rely on their own understanding. Typology and Christological Insights In Christian theology, manna is often seen as a type of Christ, the true Bread from Heaven. Jesus Himself makes this connection in John 6:32-35 , where He declares, "Truly, truly, I tell you, it was not Moses who gave you the bread from heaven, but it is My Father who gives you the true bread from heaven. For the bread of God is He who comes down from heaven and gives life to the world." This typology emphasizes the sufficiency and necessity of Christ for spiritual nourishment and eternal life. Conclusion The gathering of manna in the morning by the Israelites is a profound biblical event that highlights God's provision, the importance of obedience, and the spiritual truths that point to Christ as the ultimate source of life and sustenance. Through this daily act, the Israelites learned to rely on God's faithfulness and experienced His mercies anew each morning. 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 The Morning-Meal in the Pharisee's House - Meals and Feasts among ... From the Second Chapter. What Messiah did the Jews Expect? The Bread of God "The Fullness of the Time" On Our Lord's Passion, Death, Resurrection, and Ascension The Crisis in Galilee Of the Great Difference Between the Brightness of the Saints and ... Synagogues: their Origin, Structure and Outward Arrangements Index of First Lines. Resources What is a morning prayer? What is an evening prayer? | GotQuestions.orgWhy are both Jesus and Satan referred to as the morning star? | GotQuestions.org What does it mean that God's mercies are new every morning? | GotQuestions.org Morning: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Subtopics Morning of the Resurrection Day Morning was Frequently Cloudless Morning: (Breaking Forth) of the Glory of the Church Morning: (Clouds In) of the Short Lived Profession of Hypocrites Morning: (Spread Upon the Mountains) Heavy Calamities Morning: (Star of) Reward of Saints Morning: (Star of) the Glory of Christ Morning: (Wings of) Rapid Movements Morning: A Red Sky In, a Sign of Bad Weather Morning: Began With First Dawn Morning: First Dawning of, Called the Eyelids of the Morning Morning: The First Part of the Natural Day Morning: The Jews: Began Their Journeys In Morning: The Jews: Contracted Covenants In Morning: The Jews: Devoted a Part of, to Prayer and Praise Morning: The Jews: Eat But Little In Morning: The Jews: Gathered the Manna In Morning: The Jews: Generally Rose Early In Morning: The Jews: Held Courts of Justice In Morning: The Jews: Offered a Part of the Daily Sacrifice In Morning: The Jews: Transacted Business In Morning: The Jews: Went to the Temple In Morning: The Outgoings of, Made to Rejoice Morning: The Second Part of the Day at the Creation Morning: Ushered in by the Morning Star Related Terms Burnt-offerings (86 Occurrences) Burnt-offering (205 Occurrences) Drink-offering (33 Occurrences) |
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