Numbers 11:20Meaning & Commentary from the Church Fathers

Just as food became detestable to the Israelites, so too will those who are drawn to the flesh and prefer the perishable and worldly over the heavenly sustenance found in God's Word face spiritual demise. This aligns with the scripture that says, 'He that soweth to his flesh shall reap corruption' (Galatians 6:8). The remedy for this affliction is clearly stated: 'do according to the Spirit, and ye shall not fulfil the desires of the flesh: for the flesh desireth contrary to the Spirit, and the Spirit contrary to the flesh: they are contrary one to another' (Galatians 5:16-17).

They inquire, “Who will provide us with meat to eat?” And the Lord will give you meat to consume... You will eat it until it is loathsome to you, and it will be as distasteful as food that has been digested. In a profound way, this reflects the enduring desire within the Hebrew people, who still yearn to maintain their Passover feasts even after witnessing the ultimate Sacrifice made on Calvary, discarding it much like their ancestors dismissed the heavenly manna. It's important to recognize that this loathing is twofold: one aspect pertains to the flesh, the other to the spirit.