How does manna develop through the rest of Scripture?

Manna sustains Israel forty years (Exodus 16), is remembered as 'angels' food' (Psalm 78:25), and is fulfilled when Jesus declares, 'I am the bread of life... the true bread from heaven' (John 6:32-35).

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Where Does the Bible First Mention Manna?

Q: Where does the Bible first mention manna?

The Bible first mentions manna in Exodus 16:15, using the original word man (מן). Israel asks 'What is it?' of the bread God rains from heaven—the first manna teaches daily dependence on God's provision.

The Bible first mentions manna in Exodus 16:15, from the original word man (מן). Israel asks 'What is it?' of the bread God rains from heaven—the first manna teaches daily dependence on God's provision.

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