Exodus 16:17

New International Reader's Version

The people of Israel did as they were told. Some gathered a lot, and some gathered a little.

Cross References

Exodus 16:16

Here is what the Lord has commanded. He has said, ‘Everyone should gather as much as they need. Take three pounds for each person who lives in your tent.’ ”

Exodus 16:18

When they measured it out, the one who gathered a lot didn’t have too much. And the one who gathered a little had enough. Everyone gathered only what they needed.