MANNA

[noun] [U] - (in the Old Testament of the Bible) a food which dropped from heaven and prevented Moses and his people from dying of hunger in the desertIf food or drink is described as manna, it is beneficial and has a very pleasant taste.Hot lemon juice and honey is manna for people with sore throats.Manna from heaven is completely unexpected help, esp. money.The large anonymous donation was manna from heaven for the church hall fund.