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Today we drape a Challah cover over the Challah loaves in commemoration of the miracle of the dew covering. We also cover the bread , the ultimate staple of life, to allow for the blessing over wine that preceeds it. 
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Two portions or loaves of Challah bread are placed on the table in commemoration of the double portion of Mannah that the Isaelites recieved prior to the Shabbat. The Manna represented G-d's provision of blessing and sustenance. We are told that the dew covered the Manna and preserved it.
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