Exodus 16:36
“Now an omer is one tenth of an ephah.”
What does Exodus 16:36 mean?
This brief note tells us that an omer (the amount of manna each Israelite was instructed to gather daily) equaled one tenth of an ephah, which was a standard dry measure in ancient Israel. The writer is clarifying the amount for readers who might not be familiar with Hebrew measurements. Understanding this helps us grasp that God's provision was measured and consistent, not random or overwhelming, giving each person exactly what they needed for that day.