What does Psalm 80:2 mean?

Psalm 80:2 highlights themes such as salvation, strength, plea when read in context.

How should I apply Psalm 80:2 today?

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

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

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.

4O LORD God of hosts, how long wilt thou be angry against the prayer of thy people?

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Psalm 121:1-2
Both verses express a reliance on God's strength for help and salvation.