Exodus 16:22

Arabic Bible ERV 2009

وَكانُوا فِي اليَومِ السّادِسِ يَجمَعُونَ ضِعفَ الكَمِّيَّةِ المُعتادَةِ، مِلْءَ سَلَّتَيْنِ لِكُلِّ فَردٍ. فَجاءَ كُلُّ رُؤَساءِ الشَّعبِ وَأخبَرُوا مُوسَى.

What Does This Mean?

In this verse, the Israelites gathered twice as much manna on the sixth day compared to other days. The rulers of the community informed Moses about this unusual collection. The verse highlights the preparation for rest on the Sabbath.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're packing lunch for a picnic, but you know you can't bring food on the last day of the picnic. So, on the day before, you pack extra food. That's what the Israelites did with their manna - they gathered extra on the day before their rest day.

Historical Background

Exodus was written by Moses around 1440 BC. The audience was the Israelites who were wandering in the wilderness after escaping from Egypt. The cultural setting involved a nomadic people dependent on divine provision and guidance.

Living It Out Today

This verse teaches us to be prepared for times of rest and to trust in God's provision. For instance, if you know you have a day off, make sure you're organized to enjoy it without worrying about daily tasks.

Topics

• provision
• Sabbath
• trust
• guidance
• rest
• faith

Related Verses

• Exodus 16:4
• Exodus 16:5
• Exodus 16:29
• Deuteronomy 8:3
• Matthew 6:11

Frequently Asked Questions

Why did the Israelites gather twice as much bread on the sixth day?

The Israelites gathered twice as much bread on the sixth day to prepare for the Sabbath, a day of rest when no work was to be done, including gathering manna.

What does this verse teach us about God's provision?

This verse teaches that God provides what is necessary, and sometimes in abundance, as a sign of His care and to ensure His people are prepared for times of rest or need.

How does this relate to the concept of the Sabbath?

This verse is part of the broader context of the Sabbath law, showing that God intended for His people to rest on the seventh day and to plan accordingly, trusting in His provision.

Can you explain the role of the rulers in this verse?

The rulers played a role in managing the community's affairs. In this instance, they reported to Moses about the unusual gathering of manna, highlighting their responsibility in community organization and communication.