Exodus 16:24
Exodus 16:24 in Multiple Translations
So they set it aside until morning as Moses had commanded, and it did not smell or contain any maggots.
And they laid it up till the morning, as Moses bade: and it did not stink, neither was there any worm therein.
And they laid it up till the morning, as Moses bade: and it did not become foul, neither was there any worm therein.
And they kept it till the morning as Moses had said: and no smell came from it, and it had no worms.
So they kept it until morning as Moses had ordered, and it didn't smell bad or have any maggots.
And they laied it vp till the morning, as Moses bade, and it stanke not, neyther was there any worme therein.
And they let it rest until the morning, as Moses hath commanded, and it hath not stank, and a worm hath not been in it.
They laid it up until the morning, as Moses ordered, and it didn’t become foul, and there were no worms in it.
And they laid it up till the morning, as Moses ordered: and it did not putrefy, neither was there any worm therein.
And they did so as Moses had commanded, and it did not putrify, neither was there worm found in it.
So they did what Moses/I commanded. What was left over, they kept until the next day. It did not spoil and did not get maggots in it!
Berean Amplified Bible — Exodus 16:24
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Exodus 16:24 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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HEB
וַ/יַּנִּ֤יחוּ
אֹת/וֹ֙
עַד
הַ/בֹּ֔קֶר
כַּ/אֲשֶׁ֖ר
צִוָּ֣ה
מֹשֶׁ֑ה
וְ/לֹ֣א
הִבְאִ֔ישׁ
וְ/רִמָּ֖ה
לֹא
הָ֥יְתָה
בּֽ/וֹ
וַ/יַּנִּ֤יחוּ
yânach
H3240
to rest
Conj | V-Hiphil-ConsecImperf-3mp
אֹת/וֹ֙
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM | Suff
עַד
ʻad
H5704
till
Prep
הַ/בֹּ֔קֶר
bôqer
H1242
morning
Art | N-ms
כַּ/אֲשֶׁ֖ר
ʼăsher
H834
which
Prep | Rel
צִוָּ֣ה
tsâvâh
H6680
to command
V-Piel-Perf-3ms
מֹשֶׁ֑ה
Môsheh
H4872
Moses
N-proper
וְ/לֹ֣א
lôʼ
H3808
not
Conj | Part
הִבְאִ֔ישׁ
bâʼash
H887
to stink
V-Hiphil-Perf-3ms
וְ/רִמָּ֖ה
rimmâh
H7415
worm
Conj | N-fs
לֹא
lôʼ
H3808
not
Part
הָ֥יְתָה
hâyâh
H1961
to be
V-Qal-Perf-3fs
בּֽ/וֹ
Prep | Suff
Hebrew Word Study
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Hebrew Word Reference — Exodus 16:24
וַ/יַּנִּ֤יחוּ
yânach
H3240
"to rest"
Conj | V-Hiphil-ConsecImperf-3mp
To rest or settle down, implying a sense of calmness or stillness, as described in the Bible.
Definition: 1) to rest 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to rest, settle down and remain 1a2) to repose, have rest, be quiet 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to cause to rest, give rest to, make quiet 1b2) to cause to rest, cause to alight, set down 1b3) to lay or set down, deposit, let lie, place 1b4) to let remain, leave 1b5) to leave, depart from 1b6) to abandon 1b7) to permit 1c) (Hophal) 1c1) to obtain rest, be granted rest 1c2) to be left, be placed 1c3) open space (subst)
Usage: Occurs in 73 OT verses. KJV: bestow, cast down, lay (down, up), leave (off), let alone (remain), pacify, place, put, set (down), suffer, withdraw, withhold. (The Hiphil forms with the dagesh are here referred to, in accordance with the older grammarians; but if any distinction of the kind is to be made, these should rather be referred to H5117 (נוּחַ), and the others here.) See also: Genesis 2:15; 1 Kings 13:30; Psalms 17:14.
אֹת/וֹ֙
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
DirObjM | Suff
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
עַד
ʻad
H5704
"till"
Prep
This Hebrew word means until or as far as, describing a point in time or space. It's used in the Bible to set boundaries or limits, like in Exodus when describing the Israelites' journey.
Definition: prep 1) as far as, even to, until, up to, while, as far as 1a) of space 1a1) as far as, up to, even to 1b) in combination 1b1) from...as far as, both...and (with 'min' -from) 1c) of time 1c1) even to, until, unto, till, during, end 1d) of degree 1d1) even to, to the degree of, even like conj 2) until, while, to the point that, so that even Aramaic equivalent: ad (עַד "till" H5705)
Usage: Occurs in 1128 OT verses. KJV: against, and, as, at, before, by (that), even (to), for(-asmuch as), (hither-) to, [phrase] how long, into, as long (much) as, (so) that, till, toward, until, when, while, ([phrase] as) yet. See also: Genesis 3:19; Exodus 32:20; Numbers 23:24.
הַ/בֹּ֔קֶר
bôqer
H1242
"morning"
Art | N-ms
The break of day or morning, a time of new beginnings, as in the morning sacrifices in Exodus 29:39 or the resurrection of Jesus on the first day of the week in John 20:1.
Definition: 1) morning, break of day 1a) morning 1a1) of end of night 1a2) of coming of daylight 1a3) of coming of sunrise 1a4) of beginning of day 1a5) of bright joy after night of distress (fig.) 1b) morrow, next day, next morning
Usage: Occurs in 189 OT verses. KJV: ([phrase]) day, early, morning, morrow. See also: Genesis 1:5; 1 Samuel 11:11; Psalms 5:4.
כַּ/אֲשֶׁ֖ר
ʼăsher
H834
"which"
Prep | Rel
This Hebrew word is a conjunction that connects ideas and events in the Bible, like in the book of Genesis, where it's used to describe the relationship between God and His creation.
Definition: A: 1) (relative part.) 1a) which, who 1b) that which 2) (conj) 2a) that (in obj clause) 2b) when 2c) since 2d) as 2e) conditional if B: Beth+ 1) in (that) which 2) (adv) 2a) where 3) (conj) 3a) in that, inasmuch as 3b) on account of C: Mem+ 1) from (or than) that which 2) from (the place) where 3) from (the fact) that, since D: Kaph+ 1) (conj.), according as, as, when 1a) according to that which, according as, as 1b) with a causal force: in so far as, since 1c) with a temporal force: when
Usage: Occurs in 4440 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] after, [idiom] alike, as (soon as), because, [idiom] every, for, [phrase] forasmuch, [phrase] from whence, [phrase] how(-soever), [idiom] if, (so) that ((thing) which, wherein), [idiom] though, [phrase] until, [phrase] whatsoever, when, where ([phrase] -as, -in, -of, -on, -soever, -with), which, whilst, [phrase] whither(-soever), who(-m, -soever, -se). As it is indeclinable, it is often accompanied by the personal pronoun expletively, used to show the connection. See also: Genesis 1:7; Genesis 20:9; Genesis 31:16.
צִוָּ֣ה
tsâvâh
H6680
"to command"
V-Piel-Perf-3ms
To command or give orders, as seen in the Bible when God gives charge to his people. It can also mean to appoint or ordain someone for a task. This word is used in various forms throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: 1) to command, charge, give orders, lay charge, give charge to, order 1a)(Piel) 1a1) to lay charge upon 1a2) to give charge to, give command to 1a3) to give charge unto 1a4) to give charge over, appoint 1a5) to give charge, command 1a6) to charge, command 1a7) to charge, commission 1a8) to command, appoint, ordain (of divine act) 1b) (Pual) to be commanded
Usage: Occurs in 475 OT verses. KJV: appoint, (for-) bid, (give a) charge, (give a, give in, send with) command(-er, -ment), send a messenger, put, (set) in order. See also: Genesis 2:16; Leviticus 10:13; Deuteronomy 12:11.
מֹשֶׁ֑ה
Môsheh
H4872
"Moses"
N-proper
Moses, the Israelite leader, was born to Amram and Jochebed and led the Exodus from Egypt. He received the law from God and is considered a key figure in the Bible. Moses means 'drawn' in Hebrew.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Exo.2.10; son of: Amram (H6019) and Jochebed (H3115); brother of: Aaron (H0175) and Miriam (H4813); married to Zipporah (H6855); father of: Gershom (H1647) and Eliezer (H0461H); also called Manasseh at Jdg.18.30(?) § Moses = "drawn" the prophet and lawgiver, leader of the exodus
Usage: Occurs in 704 OT verses. KJV: Moses. See also: Exodus 2:10; Exodus 13:1; Exodus 32:21.
וְ/לֹ֣א
lôʼ
H3808
"not"
Conj | Part
The Hebrew word for not or no is used to indicate absence or negation, as when God says no to the Israelites' requests, or when they disobey His commands.
Definition: 1) not, no 1a) not (with verb-absolute prohibition) 1b) not (with modifier-negation) 1c) nothing (subst) 1d) without (with particle) 1e) before (of time) Aramaic equivalent: la (לָא "not" H3809)
Usage: Occurs in 3967 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] before, [phrase] or else, ere, [phrase] except, ig(-norant), much, less, nay, neither, never, no((-ne), -r, (-thing)), ([idiom] as though...,(can-), for) not (out of), of nought, otherwise, out of, [phrase] surely, [phrase] as truly as, [phrase] of a truth, [phrase] verily, for want, [phrase] whether, without. See also: Genesis 2:5; Genesis 31:15; Exodus 4:9.
הִבְאִ֔ישׁ
bâʼash
H887
"to stink"
V-Hiphil-Perf-3ms
This Hebrew word means to smell bad or stink, and can also mean to be morally offensive. It is used to describe something or someone that is disgusting or wicked.
Definition: 1) to have a bad smell, stink, smell bad 1a) (Qal) to stink, smell bad 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to become odious 1b2) to make oneself odious 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to stink, emit a stinking odour 1c2) to cause to stink 1c3) of wickedness (fig.) 1d) (Hithpael) to make oneself odious 2) (TWOT) to abhor
Usage: Occurs in 17 OT verses. KJV: (make to) be abhorred (had in abomination, loathsome, odious), (cause a, make to) stink(-ing savour), [idiom] utterly. See also: Genesis 34:30; 1 Samuel 27:12; Psalms 38:6.
וְ/רִמָּ֖ה
rimmâh
H7415
"worm"
Conj | N-fs
A worm or maggot, symbolizing decay, is described in the Bible as a sign of corruption.
Definition: maggot, worm (as cause and sign of decay)
Usage: Occurs in 7 OT verses. KJV: worm. See also: Exodus 16:24; Job 21:26; Isaiah 14:11.
לֹא
lôʼ
H3808
"not"
Part
The Hebrew word for not or no is used to indicate absence or negation, as when God says no to the Israelites' requests, or when they disobey His commands.
Definition: 1) not, no 1a) not (with verb-absolute prohibition) 1b) not (with modifier-negation) 1c) nothing (subst) 1d) without (with particle) 1e) before (of time) Aramaic equivalent: la (לָא "not" H3809)
Usage: Occurs in 3967 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] before, [phrase] or else, ere, [phrase] except, ig(-norant), much, less, nay, neither, never, no((-ne), -r, (-thing)), ([idiom] as though...,(can-), for) not (out of), of nought, otherwise, out of, [phrase] surely, [phrase] as truly as, [phrase] of a truth, [phrase] verily, for want, [phrase] whether, without. See also: Genesis 2:5; Genesis 31:15; Exodus 4:9.
הָ֥יְתָה
hâyâh
H1961
"to be"
V-Qal-Perf-3fs
The Hebrew word for to be means to exist or come into being. It is used to describe something that happens or comes to pass, like in Genesis where God creates the world.
Definition: 1) to be, become, come to pass, exist, happen, fall out 1a) (Qal) 1a1) --- 1a1a) to happen, fall out, occur, take place, come about, come to pass 1a1b) to come about, come to pass 1a2) to come into being, become 1a2a) to arise, appear, come 1a2b) to become 1a2b1) to become 1a2b2) to become like 1a2b3) to be instituted, be established 1a3) to be 1a3a) to exist, be in existence 1a3b) to abide, remain, continue (with word of place or time) 1a3c) to stand, lie, be in, be at, be situated (with word of locality) 1a3d) to accompany, be with 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to occur, come to pass, be done, be brought about 1b2) to be done, be finished, be gone
Usage: Occurs in 3131 OT verses. KJV: beacon, [idiom] altogether, be(-come), accomplished, committed, like), break, cause, come (to pass), do, faint, fall, [phrase] follow, happen, [idiom] have, last, pertain, quit (one-) self, require, [idiom] use. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 17:4; Genesis 36:11.
בּֽ/וֹ
""
Prep | Suff
Study Notes — Exodus 16:24
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- Context
- Cross References
- Exodus 16:24 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Exodus 16:24
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Exodus 16:24
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Exodus 16:24
- Trapp's Commentary on Exodus 16:24
- Cambridge Bible on Exodus 16:24
- Sermons on Exodus 16:24
Context — The Sabbath Observed
22On the sixth day, they gathered twice as much food—two omers per person —and all the leaders of the congregation came and reported this to Moses.
23He told them, “This is what the LORD has said: ‘Tomorrow is to be a day of complete rest, a holy Sabbath to the LORD. So bake what you want to bake, and boil what you want to boil. Then set aside whatever remains and keep it until morning.’”
24So they set it aside until morning as Moses had commanded, and it did not smell or contain any maggots.
25“Eat it today,” Moses said, “because today is a Sabbath to the LORD. Today you will not find anything in the field. 26For six days you may gather, but on the seventh day, the Sabbath, it will not be there.”Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Exodus 16:20 | But they did not listen to Moses; some people left part of it until morning, and it became infested with maggots and began to smell. So Moses was angry with them. |
| 2 | Exodus 16:33 | So Moses told Aaron, “Take a jar and fill it with an omer of manna. Then place it before the LORD to be preserved for the generations to come.” |
Exodus 16:24 Summary
This verse shows us that when we obey God's commands, He can do amazing things, like keeping the manna fresh overnight. It's a reminder that God is our provider and cares for us, just like He cared for the Israelites in the wilderness (as seen in Exodus 16:1-3). By trusting in God's provision and following His instructions, we can experience His faithfulness and provision in our own lives, just like the Israelites did when they rested on the Sabbath (Exodus 20:8-11). This verse encourages us to have faith in God's power and goodness, and to trust Him to work miracles in our lives, even when things seem impossible.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did the manna not spoil when the Israelites set it aside until morning?
The manna did not spoil because God miraculously preserved it, as Exodus 16:24 states, it did not smell or contain any maggots, demonstrating God's power and provision for His people, similar to how He provided for the Israelites in the wilderness as seen in Exodus 16:4-5.
What can we learn from the Israelites' obedience to Moses' command in this verse?
The Israelites' obedience to Moses' command teaches us the importance of trusting and following God's instructions, even when we do not fully understand them, as seen in Exodus 16:23 and reinforced in Proverbs 3:5-6.
How does this verse relate to the concept of Sabbath rest?
This verse is connected to the concept of Sabbath rest because it shows how God provided for the Israelites on the sixth day, allowing them to rest on the seventh day, as commanded in Exodus 16:23 and Exodus 20:8-11, highlighting the importance of trusting in God's provision and resting in His sovereignty.
What does this miracle of preservation signify about God's character?
The miracle of preservation signifies God's faithfulness, provision, and care for His people, as seen in Exodus 16:24, and is reminiscent of His promise to provide for the Israelites in the wilderness, as stated in Exodus 16:1-3 and Deuteronomy 8:2-3.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I need to trust in God's provision and preservation, just like the Israelites did with the manna?
- How can I apply the principle of Sabbath rest in my own life, and what are some ways I can trust God to provide for my needs on my days of rest?
- What are some ways I can demonstrate my obedience to God's commands, even when it's difficult or unclear, like the Israelites did in this verse?
- What does this verse teach me about God's power and ability to work miracles in my life, and how can I apply that to my current circumstances?
Gill's Exposition on Exodus 16:24
And they laid it up until the morning, as Moses bade,.... What was left of two omers a man, what they had neither baked nor boiled: and it did not stink, neither was there any worm therein, which was
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Exodus 16:24
And he said unto them, This is that which the LORD hath said, To morrow is the rest of the holy sabbath unto the LORD: bake that which ye will bake to day, and seethe that ye will seethe; and that
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Exodus 16:24
As there was before, . So great a difference there is between the doing of a thing upon God’ s command, and with his blessing, and the doing of the same thing against his will, and with his curse.
Trapp's Commentary on Exodus 16:24
Exodus 16:24 And they laid it up till the morning, as Moses bade: and it did not stink, neither was there any worm therein.Ver. 24. Till the morning.] The Sabbath morning, wherein it putrified not, but continued sound and savoury by the special hand of God; that they might keep the Sabbath, as it appears here they did before the law given at Sinai. Papists press the sanctification of the Sabbath as a mere human institution in religious worship. Our anti-Sabbatarians took this text for an anticipation only, and made little account of the fourth commandment, which Spalato had taught them was done away, &c.
Cambridge Bible on Exodus 16:24
22–26. Another surprise. On the 6th day they discover that they have gathered, without knowing it, a double quantity. Moses gives directions what is to be done with it; and draws from it a lesson on the observance of the sabbath.
Sermons on Exodus 16:24
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(Exodus) Exodus 16:14-24 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the significance of manna in the wilderness as a symbol of Christ as the bread of life. He explains that manna was the sustenance provided by |
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When Things Don't Make Sense by Jim Cymbala | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of worshiping God in the invisible, rather than relying on physical signs and experiences. He warns against seeking tangible |
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Establishing the Lordship of Christ by Major Ian Thomas | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the importance of the Holy Spirit in our lives. He explains that the Holy Spirit's presence within us is a guarantee of our acceptance in God |
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Testimony of Jesus - Present Testimony - Part I by Stephen Kaung | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of bearing witness and reporting the truth. They explain that in order for something to be considered a testimony, it must be |
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The Manna by George Warnock | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes that there is hope for this generation and for the people of God. However, this hope is not found in the world, but in those who align thems |
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(The Lord and His Church) 6. the Worldly Church by Zac Poonen | Zac Poonen preaches about the church in Pergamum, commended for holding fast to the faith amidst persecution, especially highlighting the faithful witness of Antipas who stood unco |