Exodus 16:20

Arabic Bible AVDDV 1999 (الكتاب المقدس (تخفيف تشكيل))

لكنهُمْ لَمْ يَسمَعوا لموسَى، بل أبقَى مِنهُ أُناسٌ إلَى الصّباحِ، فتوَلَّدَ فيهِ دودٌ وأنتَنَ. فسخَطَ علَيهِمْ موسَى.

What Does This Mean?

Exodus 16:20 tells us that some Israelites did not listen to Moses and kept some of the manna until the next morning. As a result, the manna became infested with worms and smelled bad, which made Moses angry.

Explained for Children

Imagine if your mom told you not to leave your lunch in your lunchbox overnight. But you did it anyway and the next day, it was all yucky with bugs and stinky! That's what happened to the Israelites when they didn't listen to Moses about the manna.

Historical Background

The book of Exodus was written by Moses around 1440 BC. It describes the Israelites' journey after being freed from slavery in Egypt. The manna was a miraculous food provided by God to sustain them during their travels.

Living It Out Today

In today's world, this verse reminds us of the importance of following instructions. For example, if your teacher gives you specific directions on how to care for a school project, ignoring them could lead to the project being ruined or damaged.

Topics

• obedience
• providence
• disobedience
• miracles
• instruction
• consequences

Related Verses

• Exodus 16:19
• Numbers 11:6-9
• Joshua 5:12
• John 6:31-33
• 1 Corinthians 10:1-5

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the manna?

The manna was a miraculous food provided by God to the Israelites during their journey in the wilderness. It was a type of bread that appeared on the ground every morning.

Why did Moses give the instruction?

Moses instructed the Israelites to gather only what they needed each day, because God provided manna daily to teach them dependence on Him and to prevent waste.

What does this verse teach about consequences?

This verse teaches that there are consequences for disobedience. The Israelites' disobedience led to the manna becoming spoiled and smelly.

How does this relate to daily life?

In daily life, this verse reminds us that not following instructions can lead to negative outcomes, much like the Israelites who ignored Moses' instructions and faced the consequences.