What does Psalm 80:1 mean?

Psalm 80:1 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply Psalm 80:1 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

Give ear, O Shepherd of Israel, thou that leadest Joseph like a flock; thou that dwellest between the cherubims, shine forth.

1Give ear, O Shepherd of Israel, thou that leadest Joseph like a flock; thou that dwellest between the cherubims, shine forth.

2Before Ephraim and Benjamin and Manasseh stir up thy strength, and come and save us.

3Turn us again, O God, and cause thy face to shine; and we shall be saved.

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