Exodus 16:5
"Then the LORD said to Moses, “Behold, I will rain bread from the sky for you, and the people shall go out and gather a day’s portion every day, that I may test them, whether they will walk in my law or not."
Key Reflection
In Exodus 16:5, the LORD announces to Moses that He will provide manna from heaven to feed the Israelites. This divine provision serves a dual purpose: it is both a means of sustenance in the wilderness and a test for the people, designed to see if they would follow God’s commands faithfully. The daily collection of this bread teaches the Israelites dependence on God's provision and obedience to His laws, reflecting their ongoing relationship with Him as they journey towards the Promised Land.
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From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes