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Manna
The bread-like substance God supplied Israel each morning during their forty years in the wilderness — daily provision that pointed to Christ, the true bread from heaven.
Manna means "what is it?" — the question Israel asked when they first saw it. It tasted like wafers with honey; they gathered just enough for each day.
It taught Israel daily dependence: hoarded manna spoiled, while the Sabbath portion lasted two days.
In John 6 Jesus said, "I am the bread of life" — better than the manna in the wilderness, the one who satisfies forever.
Original BibleDawn entry. Drafted with AI assistance and reviewed for accuracy.