KJV ORIGINAL
Now an omer is the tenth part of an ephah.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
Now an omer is one-tenth of an ephah.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse is explaining that an omer (a measurement for grain) equals one-tenth of a larger measurement called an ephah.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Exodus, the Israelites were wandering in the wilderness after their exodus from Egypt, and God miraculously provided manna as food to sustain them during their journey. The chapter details the instructions for gathering this daily provision, with each person collecting an omer of manna. This verse serves as a simple clarification of measurements, explaining that an omer is one-tenth of an ephah to ensure the narrative is understandable.
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