manna from heaven in English

Forms: mannas from heaven [plural] [Show additional information ▼] [Hide additional information ▲]

Etymology: Referencing the miraculous food described in the Bible (Exodus 16:4–36). According to the biblical narrative, manna was a substance provided by God to the Israelites during their 40-year journey through the desert after leaving Egypt. Head templates: {{en-noun|mannas from heaven}} manna from heaven (plural mannas from heaven)

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          "word": "manna dal cielo"
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      ],
      "word": "manna z nieba"
    }
  ],
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"manna from heaven" meaning in English

Noun