And the day after they had eaten from the produce of the land, the manna ceased. There was no more manna for the Israelites, so that year they began to eat the crops of the land of Canaan. The manna ceasedThe cessation of manna marks a significant transition for the Israelites. The Hebrew word for "manna" is "מָן" (man), which was the miraculous food provided by God during the Israelites' 40 years in the wilderness. This event signifies the end of their wilderness journey and the beginning of a new chapter in the Promised Land. The ceasing of manna is a testament to God's faithfulness in providing for His people and a call for them to trust Him in new ways as they settle in Canaan. the day after they had eaten
This phrase underscores the immediacy of God's provision and timing. The Israelites ate the produce of the land, and the very next day, the manna ceased. It highlights God's perfect timing and the seamless transition from one form of provision to another. The Hebrew context suggests a divine orchestration, where God ensures that His people are never left without sustenance. some of the produce of the land
The "produce of the land" refers to the agricultural bounty of Canaan, a land described as "flowing with milk and honey" (Exodus 3:8). This phrase indicates the fulfillment of God's promise to bring the Israelites into a fertile land. The Hebrew word for "produce" is "תְּבוּאָה" (tevuah), which encompasses the idea of yield or harvest, symbolizing abundance and God's blessing. there was no more manna
The repetition of the cessation of manna emphasizes the finality of this miraculous provision. It marks a clear end to the wilderness period and a shift to a new reliance on the land's resources. This transition challenges the Israelites to adapt and trust in God's continued provision through natural means. for the Israelites
The focus on "the Israelites" highlights the collective experience of God's people. It serves as a reminder of their identity as a chosen nation, set apart by God. The Hebrew term "בְּנֵי יִשְׂרָאֵל" (Bnei Yisrael) reinforces their covenant relationship with God and their shared history and destiny. that year
The specification of "that year" situates the event in a particular time, emphasizing the historical reality of God's actions. It marks the beginning of a new agricultural cycle in the Promised Land, symbolizing new beginnings and the fulfillment of God's promises. The Hebrew context suggests a new era of divine provision and faithfulness. Persons / Places / Events 1. IsraelitesThe chosen people of God, who have been wandering in the wilderness for 40 years and are now entering the Promised Land. 2. MannaThe miraculous food provided by God to the Israelites during their wilderness journey, symbolizing God's provision and care. 3. CanaanThe Promised Land, a land "flowing with milk and honey," representing the fulfillment of God's promise to Abraham and his descendants. 4. JoshuaThe leader of the Israelites, who succeeded Moses and led the people into the Promised Land. 5. The Produce of the LandThe natural food resources of Canaan, which the Israelites began to consume, marking a new phase in their relationship with God. Teaching Points God's Provision TransitionsGod's provision is constant, but the form it takes can change. The cessation of manna and the beginning of eating from the land of Canaan signifies a transition from miraculous provision to natural provision, both orchestrated by God. Trust in God's TimingThe Israelites had to trust God's timing and provision. As they entered Canaan, they had to rely on the produce of the land, which required faith in God's continued care. Spiritual Maturity and GrowthJust as the Israelites moved from manna to the produce of the land, believers are called to grow in spiritual maturity, moving from dependence on basic teachings to deeper understanding and application of God's Word. Gratitude for God's FaithfulnessReflect on God's faithfulness in past provisions and trust Him for future needs. The transition from manna to the produce of the land is a reminder to be grateful for all forms of God's provision. Bible Study Questions 1. How does the cessation of manna and the beginning of eating from the produce of the land reflect a change in the Israelites' relationship with God? 2. In what ways can we see God's provision in our lives today, and how can we trust Him during transitions? 3. How does the account of manna in the wilderness connect to Jesus' teaching about being the "bread of life"? 4. What are some areas in your spiritual life where you feel God is calling you to grow from "manna" to "produce of the land"? 5. How can reflecting on God's past faithfulness help you trust Him with your current and future needs? Connections to Other Scriptures Exodus 16Describes the initial provision of manna to the Israelites, highlighting God's faithfulness and provision during their journey. Deuteronomy 8Emphasizes the purpose of manna as a test of obedience and a reminder that man does not live by bread alone but by every word from God. John 6Jesus refers to Himself as the "bread of life," drawing a parallel between the manna and His own role as the spiritual sustenance for believers. People Amorites, Canaanites, Israelites, JoshuaPlaces Canaan, Egypt, Gibeath-haaraloth, Gilgal, Jericho, Jordan RiverTopics Ate, Canaan, Cease, Ceased, Corn, Didn't, During, Eat, Eaten, Eating, Fruit, Increase, Israelites, Longer, Manna, Morrow, Produce, Sons, Stopped, YieldDictionary of Bible Themes Joshua 5:12 4474 manna
5341 hunger Library The Captain of the Lord's Host
And he said, Nay, but as captain of the host of the Lord am I now come. JOSHUA v. 14. The army of Israel was just beginning a hard conflict under an untried leader. Behind them the Jordan barred their retreat, in front of them Jericho forbade their advance. Most of them had never seen a fortified city, and had no experience nor engines for a siege. So we may well suppose that many doubts and fears shook the courage of the host, as it drew around the doomed city. Their chief had his own heavy burden. …
Alexander Maclaren—Expositions of Holy ScriptureWhether the Rite of Circumcision was Fitting?
Objection 1: It seems that the rite of circumcision was unfitting. For circumcision, as stated above ([4474]AA[1],2), was a profession of faith. But faith is in the apprehensive power, whose operations appear mostly in the head. Therefore the sign of circumcision should have been conferred on the head rather than on the virile member. Objection 2: Further, in the sacraments we make use of such things as are in more frequent use; for instance, water, which is used for washing, and bread, which we …
Saint Thomas Aquinas—Summa Theologica Whether Circumcision Bestowed Sanctifying Grace?
Objection 1: It seems that circumcision did not bestow sanctifying grace. For the Apostle says (Gal. 2:21): "If justice be by the Law, then Christ died in vain," i.e. without cause. But circumcision was an obligation imposed by the Law, according to Gal. 5:3: "I testify . . . to every man circumcising himself, that ne is a debtor to do the whole law." Therefore, if justice be by circumcision, "Christ died in vain," i.e. without cause. But this cannot be allowed. Therefore circumcision did not confer …
Saint Thomas Aquinas—Summa Theologica Stones Crying Out
'For the priests which bare the ark stood in the midst of Jordan, until every thing was finished that the Lord commanded Joshua to speak unto the people, according to all that Moses commanded Joshua: and the people hasted and passed over. 11. And it came to pass, when all the people were clean passed over, that the ark of the Lord passed over, and the priests, in the presence of the people. 12. And the children of Reuben, and the children of Gad, and half the tribe of Manasseh, passed over armed …
Alexander Maclaren—Expositions of Holy Scripture The Torments of Giant Bad Feelings
THE TORMENTS OF GIANT BAD FEELINGS I am just a bundle of feelings. I never imagined one could have such a variety of them as I am now experiencing. Most of them are bad ones and I am greatly disturbed by them. Really, I doubt whether I am sanctified, on account of the feelings I have. Do sanctified people always feel joyful? I have heard that they do, and if it is true that they do, then I am not sanctified. Big doubts take up company with me every morning, and so long as I feel as I do I do not …
Robert Lee Berry—Adventures in the Land of Canaan Gilgal, in Deuteronomy 11:30 what the Place Was.
That which is said by Moses, that "Gerizim and Ebal were over-against Gilgal," Deuteronomy 11:30, is so obscure, that it is rendered into contrary significations by interpreters. Some take it in that sense, as if it were near to Gilgal: some far off from Gilgal: the Targumists read, "before Gilgal": while, as I think, they do not touch the difficulty; which lies not so much in the signification of the word Mul, as in the ambiguity of the word Gilgal. These do all seem to understand that Gilgal which …
John Lightfoot—From the Talmud and Hebraica Of Preparation.
That a Christian ought necessarily to prepare himself before he presume to be a partaker of the holy communion, may evidently appear by five reasons:-- First, Because it is God's commandment; for if he commanded, under the pain of death, that none uncircumcised should eat the paschal lamb (Exod. xii. 48), nor any circumcised under four days preparation, how much greater preparation does he require of him that comes to receive the sacrament of his body and blood? which, as it succeeds, so doth it …
Lewis Bayly—The Practice of Piety Peaceable Principles and True: Or, a Brief Answer to Mr. D'Anver's and Mr. Paul's Books against My Confession of Faith, and Differences in Judgment About Baptism no Bar to Communion.
WHEREIN THEIR SCRIPTURELESS NOTIONS ARE OVERTHROWN, AND MY PEACEABLE PRINCIPLES STILL MAINTAINED. 'Do ye indeed speak righteousness, O congregation? do ye judge uprightly, O ye sons of men?'--Psalm 58:1 SIR, I have received and considered your short reply to my differences in judgment about water baptism no bar to communion; and observe, that you touch not the argument at all: but rather labour what you can, and beyond what you ought, to throw odiums upon your brother for reproving you for your error, …
John Bunyan—The Works of John Bunyan Volumes 1-3 Fragrant Spices from the Mountains of Myrrh. "Thou Art all Fair, My Love; There is no Spot in Thee. " --Song of Solomon iv. 7.
FRAGRANT SPICES FROM THE MOUNTAINS OF MYRRH. HOW marvellous are these words! "Thou art all fair, My love; there is no spot in thee." The glorious Bridegroom is charmed with His spouse, and sings soft canticles of admiration. When the bride extols her Lord there is no wonder, for He deserves it well, and in Him there is room for praise without possibility of flattery. But does He who is wiser than Solomon condescend to praise this sunburnt Shulamite? Tis even so, for these are His own words, and were …
Charles Hadden Spurgeon—Till He Come Joshua
The book of Joshua is the natural complement of the Pentateuch. Moses is dead, but the people are on the verge of the promised land, and the story of early Israel would be incomplete, did it not record the conquest of that land and her establishment upon it. The divine purpose moves restlessly on, until it is accomplished; so "after the death of Moses, Jehovah spake to Joshua," i. 1. The book falls naturally into three divisions: (a) the conquest of Canaan (i.-xii.), (b) the settlement of the …
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