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Exodus 25:16,21
And thou shalt put into the ark the testimony which I shall give thee…

Exodus 27:21
In the tabernacle of the congregation without the vail, whichis before the testimony, Aaron and his sons shall order it from evening to morning before the LORD:it shall be a statute for ever unto their generations on the behalf of the children of Israel.

Exodus 30:6,36
And thou shalt put it before the vail thatis by the ark of the testimony, before the mercy seat thatis over the testimony, where I will meet with thee…

to be preserved
The preservation of the manna was a physical reminder of God's miraculous provision during the Israelites' journey through the wilderness. It served as a tangible witness to future generations of God's faithfulness and care. This act of preservation also prefigures the enduring nature of God's Word and promises, which are to be remembered and cherished by His people. The concept of preservation here can be seen as a type of Christ, who is the Bread of Life, preserved for all eternity.

just as the LORD had commanded Moses
This phrase underscores the importance of obedience to God's commands. Moses, as the leader and prophet, received direct instructions from God, which were to be followed precisely. This obedience reflects the covenant relationship between God and Israel, where blessings and provisions were contingent upon adherence to His commands. The phrase also highlights the role of divine authority and the necessity of following God's directives, a theme that runs throughout the Scriptures. Moses' obedience is a model for believers, pointing to the ultimate obedience of Christ, who fulfilled the Law perfectly.

• The “it” is the jar of manna Moses told Aaron to gather (Exodus 16:33).

• Aaron, the newly appointed high priest (Exodus 28:1), acts as mediator for the nation, illustrating how God uses appointed leaders to safeguard His revelations (Numbers 17:10;Hebrews 5:4).

• His physical action underscores active obedience rather than mere agreement with God’s word (Exodus 7:6;James 1:22).

• “The Testimony” refers to the stone tablets of the covenant housed in the Ark of the Covenant (Exodus 25:16, 21;Deuteronomy 10:5).

• Placing the manna before the Ark ties daily provision to the covenant promises, visually linking God’s law and His sustaining grace (Psalm 19:7–10;Hebrews 9:4).

• This spot—inside the Holy Place but before the Most Holy Place—signals that God’s provision is meant to lead His people toward deeper worship (Exodus 40:20–22).

• God wanted future generations to see tangible evidence of His faithfulness (Exodus 16:32;Joshua 4:6–7).

• The manna became a perpetual reminder that every need is met by God, foreshadowing Christ, the true “bread from heaven” (John 6:32–35).

• Preservation also protected against forgetfulness, a recurring danger for Israel (Deuteronomy 8:2–3;Psalm 78:11).

• The phrase highlights total submission to divine instruction (Exodus 39:42–43;Numbers 3:51).

• It affirms that obedience—not innovation—secures blessing and maintains covenant order (Deuteronomy 28:1–2;John 14:15).

• Moses receives the command, but Aaron’s compliance shows cooperative leadership under God’s authority (Exodus 17:11–12).

Exodus 16:34 records a simple act with deep significance. Aaron physically places the jar of manna before the Ark, linking God’s daily provision to His enduring covenant. The jar is kept for posterity, ensuring every generation remembers the Lord’s faithfulness. All is done exactly as commanded, underscoring that blessing flows through obedient response to God’s revealed word.