Psalms 80:7 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

Turn us again, O God of hosts, and cause thy face to shine; and we shall be saved.

Close to the original. Clear modern English.

✦ MADE SIMPLE

Restore us again, O God of armies, and let your face shine on us; then we will be saved.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

The writer is crying out to God to restore their relationship with Him and show His favor again, believing that His blessing is what will save them.

📚 Historical Context

This psalm was likely written during Israel's exile or a time of national crisis when the people felt abandoned by God. The phrase 'God of hosts' refers to God as commander of heavenly armies, emphasizing His power to deliver them from their enemies.

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The sounds of joy and happiness, the voices of grooms and brides, the voices of people saying, 'Praise the LORD of armies: for the LORD is good; his love lasts forever!' and the voices of those bringing offerings of praise into the LORD's house. For I will bring back the people from captivity and restore the land as it was before, says the LORD.

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