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Psalms 80:18

Psalms 80:18 in Multiple Translations

Then we will not turn away from You; revive us, and we will call on Your name.

So will not we go back from thee: quicken us, and we will call upon thy name.

So shall we not go back from thee: Quicken thou us, and we will call upon thy name.

So will we not be turned back from you; keep us in life, and we will give praise to your name.

Then we will not turn away from you. Revive us so we can pray to you.

So will not we goe backe from thee: reuiue thou vs, and we shall call vpon thy Name.

And we do not go back from Thee, Thou dost revive us, and in Thy name we call.

So we will not turn away from you. Revive us, and we will call on your name.

So will we not go back from thee: revive us, and we will call upon thy name.

When you do that, we will never turn away from you again; ◄revive us/cause us to be again like we were previously►, and then we will praise/worship you.

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Psalms 80:18 Interlinear (Deep Study)

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HEB תְּֽהִי יָ֭דְ/ךָ עַל אִ֣ישׁ יְמִינֶ֑/ךָ עַל בֶּן אָ֝דָ֗ם אִמַּ֥צְתָּ לָּֽ/ךְ
תְּֽהִי hâyâh H1961 to be V-Qal-Juss-3fs
יָ֭דְ/ךָ yâd H3027 hand N-cs | Suff
עַל ʻal H5921 upon Prep
אִ֣ישׁ ʼîysh H376 man N-ms
יְמִינֶ֑/ךָ yâmîyn H3225 Ben]jamin N-fs | Suff
עַל ʻal H5921 upon Prep
בֶּן bên H1121 son N-ms
אָ֝דָ֗ם ʼâdâm H120 the man (Adam) N-ms
אִמַּ֥צְתָּ ʼâmats H553 to strengthen V-Piel-Perf-2ms
לָּֽ/ךְ Prep | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 80:18

תְּֽהִי hâyâh H1961 "to be" V-Qal-Juss-3fs
The Hebrew word for to be means to exist or come into being. It is used to describe something that happens or comes to pass, like in Genesis where God creates the world.
Definition: 1) to be, become, come to pass, exist, happen, fall out 1a) (Qal) 1a1) --- 1a1a) to happen, fall out, occur, take place, come about, come to pass 1a1b) to come about, come to pass 1a2) to come into being, become 1a2a) to arise, appear, come 1a2b) to become 1a2b1) to become 1a2b2) to become like 1a2b3) to be instituted, be established 1a3) to be 1a3a) to exist, be in existence 1a3b) to abide, remain, continue (with word of place or time) 1a3c) to stand, lie, be in, be at, be situated (with word of locality) 1a3d) to accompany, be with 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to occur, come to pass, be done, be brought about 1b2) to be done, be finished, be gone
Usage: Occurs in 3131 OT verses. KJV: beacon, [idiom] altogether, be(-come), accomplished, committed, like), break, cause, come (to pass), do, faint, fall, [phrase] follow, happen, [idiom] have, last, pertain, quit (one-) self, require, [idiom] use. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 17:4; Genesis 36:11.
יָ֭דְ/ךָ yâd H3027 "hand" N-cs | Suff
In the Bible, 'yad' refers to an open hand, symbolizing power or direction. It can also mean strength or a part of something, like a side or a share. The word is used in many contexts, including anatomy and everyday life.
Definition: : hand/arm[anatomy] 1) hand 1a) hand (of man) 1b) strength, power (fig.) 1c) side (of land), part, portion (metaph.) (fig.) 1d) (various special, technical senses) 1d1) sign, monument 1d2) part, fractional part, share 1d3) time, repetition 1d4) axle-trees, axle 1d5) stays, support (for laver) 1d6) tenons (in tabernacle) 1d7) a phallus, a hand (meaning unsure) 1d8) wrists
Usage: Occurs in 1446 OT verses. KJV: ([phrase] be) able, [idiom] about, [phrase] armholes, at, axletree, because of, beside, border, [idiom] bounty, [phrase] broad, (broken-) handed, [idiom] by, charge, coast, [phrase] consecrate, [phrase] creditor, custody, debt, dominion, [idiom] enough, [phrase] fellowship, force, [idiom] from, hand(-staves, -y work), [idiom] he, himself, [idiom] in, labour, [phrase] large, ledge, (left-) handed, means, [idiom] mine, ministry, near, [idiom] of, [idiom] order, ordinance, [idiom] our, parts, pain, power, [idiom] presumptuously, service, side, sore, state, stay, draw with strength, stroke, [phrase] swear, terror, [idiom] thee, [idiom] by them, [idiom] themselves, [idiom] thine own, [idiom] thou, through, [idiom] throwing, [phrase] thumb, times, [idiom] to, [idiom] under, [idiom] us, [idiom] wait on, (way-) side, where, [phrase] wide, [idiom] with (him, me, you), work, [phrase] yield, [idiom] yourselves. See also: Genesis 3:22; Exodus 7:19; Leviticus 14:22.
עַל ʻal H5921 "upon" Prep
This Hebrew word means on or above something, like a physical object or a situation. It can also imply a sense of responsibility or accountability, as in being on behalf of someone.
Definition: prep 1) upon, on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against 1a) upon, on the ground of, on the basis of, on account of, because of, therefore, on behalf of, for the sake of, for, with, in spite of, notwithstanding, concerning, in the matter of, as regards 1b) above, beyond, over (of excess) 1c) above, over (of elevation or pre-eminence) 1d) upon, to, over to, unto, in addition to, together with, with (of addition) 1e) over (of suspension or extension) 1f) by, adjoining, next, at, over, around (of contiguity or proximity) 1g) down upon, upon, on, from, up upon, up to, towards, over towards, to, against (with verbs of motion) 1h) to (as a dative)
Usage: Occurs in 4493 OT verses. KJV: above, according to(-ly), after, (as) against, among, and, [idiom] as, at, because of, beside (the rest of), between, beyond the time, [idiom] both and, by (reason of), [idiom] had the charge of, concerning for, in (that), (forth, out) of, (from) (off), (up-) on, over, than, through(-out), to, touching, [idiom] with. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 24:13; Genesis 41:33.
אִ֣ישׁ ʼîysh H376 "man" N-ms
The Hebrew word for man, referring to a male person or individual, is used in the Bible to describe humans in contrast to God or animals, as seen in Genesis and Psalms. It can also mean husband or servant. In the KJV, it is translated as man or male.
Definition: : man 1) man 1a) man, male (in contrast to woman, female) 1b) husband 1c) human being, person (in contrast to God) 1d) servant 1e) mankind 1f) champion 1g) great man 2) whosoever 3) each (adjective)
Usage: Occurs in 1851 OT verses. KJV: also, another, any (man), a certain, [phrase] champion, consent, each, every (one), fellow, (foot-, husband-) man, (good-, great, mighty) man, he, high (degree), him (that is), husband, man(-kind), [phrase] none, one, people, person, [phrase] steward, what (man) soever, whoso(-ever), worthy. Compare H802 (אִשָּׁה). See also: Genesis 2:23; Genesis 42:25; Exodus 32:23.
יְמִינֶ֑/ךָ yâmîyn H3225 "Ben]jamin" N-fs | Suff
Benjamin was a son of Israel and Rachel, and the brother of Joseph, mentioned in Genesis 35:18. The name also refers to the right hand or south direction.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Benjamin living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.35.18; son of: Israel (H3478) and Rachel (H7354); brother of: Joseph (H3130); half-brother of: Reuben (H7205), Simeon (H8095), Levi (H3878), Judah (H3063), Dan (H1835H), Naphtali (H5321), Gad (H1410), Asher (H0836), Issachar (H3485), Zebulun (H2074) and Dinah (H1783); father of: Bela (H1106A), Becher (H1071), Ashbel (H0788), Gera (H1617), Naaman (H5283), Ehi (H0278), Rosh (H7220), Muppim (H4649), Huppim (H2650H), Ard (H0714), Ahiram (H0297) and Jediael (H3043); also called Jamin at 1Sa.9.1,4; 22.7; 1x Another name of bin.ya.min (בִּנְיָמִין "Benjamin" H1144G)
Usage: Occurs in 134 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] left-handed, right (hand, side), south. See also: Genesis 13:9; Psalms 18:36; Psalms 16:8.
עַל ʻal H5921 "upon" Prep
This Hebrew word means on or above something, like a physical object or a situation. It can also imply a sense of responsibility or accountability, as in being on behalf of someone.
Definition: prep 1) upon, on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against 1a) upon, on the ground of, on the basis of, on account of, because of, therefore, on behalf of, for the sake of, for, with, in spite of, notwithstanding, concerning, in the matter of, as regards 1b) above, beyond, over (of excess) 1c) above, over (of elevation or pre-eminence) 1d) upon, to, over to, unto, in addition to, together with, with (of addition) 1e) over (of suspension or extension) 1f) by, adjoining, next, at, over, around (of contiguity or proximity) 1g) down upon, upon, on, from, up upon, up to, towards, over towards, to, against (with verbs of motion) 1h) to (as a dative)
Usage: Occurs in 4493 OT verses. KJV: above, according to(-ly), after, (as) against, among, and, [idiom] as, at, because of, beside (the rest of), between, beyond the time, [idiom] both and, by (reason of), [idiom] had the charge of, concerning for, in (that), (forth, out) of, (from) (off), (up-) on, over, than, through(-out), to, touching, [idiom] with. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 24:13; Genesis 41:33.
בֶּן bên H1121 "son" N-ms
In the Bible, this word means a son or descendant, and can also refer to a grandson, nation, or quality. It appears in 1 Chronicles 24, describing a Levite named Beno. The word is used to show family relationships and inheritance.
Definition: : child/son
Usage: Occurs in 3653 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] afflicted, age, (Ahoh-) (Ammon-) (Hachmon-) (Lev-) ite, (anoint-) ed one, appointed to, ([phrase]) arrow, (Assyr-) (Babylon-) (Egypt-) (Grec-) ian, one born, bough, branch, breed, [phrase] (young) bullock, [phrase] (young) calf, [idiom] came up in, child, colt, [idiom] common, [idiom] corn, daughter, [idiom] of first, [phrase] firstborn, foal, [phrase] very fruitful, [phrase] postage, [idiom] in, [phrase] kid, [phrase] lamb, ([phrase]) man, meet, [phrase] mighty, [phrase] nephew, old, ([phrase]) people, [phrase] rebel, [phrase] robber, [idiom] servant born, [idiom] soldier, son, [phrase] spark, [phrase] steward, [phrase] stranger, [idiom] surely, them of, [phrase] tumultuous one, [phrase] valiant(-est), whelp, worthy, young (one), youth. See also: Genesis 3:16; Genesis 23:3; Genesis 34:18.
אָ֝דָ֗ם ʼâdâm H120 "the man (Adam)" N-ms
Adam was the first human, created by God and mentioned in Genesis 2:19, who married Eve and had sons including Cain, Abel, and Seth.
Definition: The first named man living at the time before the Flood, first mentioned at Gen.2.19; married to Eve (H2332); father of: Cain (H7014B), Abel (H1893) and Seth (H8352); also translated "man" at Gen.2.19,21,23; 3.8,9,20; 5.2; "mankind" at Deu.32.8; "others" at Job.31.33; Another spelling of a.dam (אָדָם "Adam" H0121) man, human being
Usage: Occurs in 526 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] another, [phrase] hypocrite, [phrase] common sort, [idiom] low, man (mean, of low degree), person. See also: Genesis 1:26; Judges 18:7; Psalms 8:5.
אִמַּ֥צְתָּ ʼâmats H553 "to strengthen" V-Piel-Perf-2ms
In the original Hebrew, this verb means to be strong or courageous, like in Deuteronomy 31:6, where Moses tells the Israelites to be brave. It can also mean to strengthen or secure something. English Bibles often translate it as 'be courageous' or 'strengthen'.
Definition: 1) to be strong, alert, courageous, brave, stout, bold, solid, hard 1a) (Qal) to be strong, brave, bold 1b) (Piel) to strengthen, secure (for oneself), harden (heart), make firm, make obstinate, assure 1c) (Hithpael) to be determined, to make oneself alert, strengthen oneself, confirm oneself, persist in, prove superior to 1d) (Hiphil) to exhibit strength, be strong, feel strong
Usage: Occurs in 41 OT verses. KJV: confirm, be courageous (of good courage, stedfastly minded, strong, stronger), establish, fortify, harden, increase, prevail, strengthen (self), make strong (obstinate, speed). See also: Genesis 25:23; 2 Chronicles 13:18; Psalms 18:18.
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Study Notes — Psalms 80:18

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1 Psalms 119:107 I am severely afflicted, O LORD; revive me through Your word.
2 Psalms 119:25 My soul cleaves to the dust; revive me according to Your word.
3 Psalms 119:40 How I long for Your precepts! Revive me in Your righteousness.
4 Psalms 119:154 Defend my cause and redeem me; revive me according to Your word.
5 Philippians 2:12–13 Therefore, my beloved, just as you have always obeyed, not only in my presence, but now even more in my absence, continue to work out your salvation with fear and trembling. For it is God who works in you to will and to act on behalf of His good purpose.
6 John 6:66–69 From that time on many of His disciples turned back and no longer walked with Him. So Jesus asked the Twelve, “Do you want to leave too?” Simon Peter replied, “Lord, to whom would we go? You have the words of eternal life. We believe and know that You are the Holy One of God. ”
7 Song of Solomon 1:4 Take me away with you—let us hurry! May the king bring me to his chambers. The Friends We will rejoice and delight in you; we will praise your love more than wine. The Bride It is only right that they adore you.
8 Ephesians 2:1–5 And you were dead in your trespasses and sins, in which you used to walk when you conformed to the ways of this world and of the ruler of the power of the air, the spirit who is now at work in the sons of disobedience. All of us also lived among them at one time, fulfilling the cravings of our flesh and indulging its desires and thoughts. Like the rest, we were by nature children of wrath. But because of His great love for us, God, who is rich in mercy, made us alive with Christ even when we were dead in our trespasses. It is by grace you have been saved!
9 Hebrews 10:38–39 But My righteous one will live by faith; and if he shrinks back, I will take no pleasure in him.” But we are not of those who shrink back and are destroyed, but of those who have faith and preserve their souls.
10 Psalms 85:6 Will You not revive us again, that Your people may rejoice in You?

Psalms 80:18 Summary

[Psalms 80:18 is a promise to God that if He revives us, we will not turn away from Him and will call on His name. This means that when God gives us new life and energy, we will use it to worship and obey Him, as seen in (Romans 12:2) and (2 Corinthians 5:17). Revival is like a spiritual wake-up call, and calling on God's name is like saying 'I'm all in, God!' (as in Romans 10:13). By seeking revival and calling on God's name, we can experience a deeper relationship with Him and live a life that honors Him.]

Frequently Asked Questions

What does it mean to 'turn away' from God?

To turn away from God means to reject or abandon Him, as seen in Psalms 80:18, and is often a result of disobedience or lack of faith, as mentioned in Deuteronomy 31:20 and Romans 1:21.

How can we be 'revived' by God?

Revival from God is a spiritual renewal that comes from seeking Him and His presence, as seen in Psalms 80:18, and is often accompanied by repentance and a return to obedience, as mentioned in 2 Chronicles 7:14 and Isaiah 57:15.

Why is calling on God's name important?

Calling on God's name is an act of worship, surrender, and trust, as seen in Psalms 80:18, and is a fundamental aspect of the Christian life, as mentioned in Romans 10:13 and Acts 2:21.

What is the relationship between revival and calling on God's name?

Revival and calling on God's name are closely linked, as seen in Psalms 80:18, where revival leads to a renewed desire to call on God's name, and is supported by other scriptures such as Psalms 138:3 and Isaiah 55:6.

Reflection Questions

  1. What are some ways I have turned away from God in my own life, and how can I return to Him?
  2. How can I seek spiritual revival in my daily life, and what steps can I take to pursue it?
  3. What does it mean to 'call on God's name' in my own life, and how can I make this a regular practice?
  4. How can I balance the desire for revival with the need for patience and perseverance in my walk with God?

Gill's Exposition on Psalms 80:18

So will not we go back from thee,.... From thy fear, as the Targum; or from thy service, as Kimchi; doing as above would encourage them to stand before the Lord, and worship him; which they could not

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 80:18

So will not we go back from thee: quicken us, and we will call upon thy name. So will not we go back from thee. No longer can Israel say as in Psalms 44:18.

Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 80:18

This glorious favour of thine shall oblige us to love and serve thee, and trust in thee so long as we have a being, and no more to revolt from thee to idolatry or wickedness, as we have too oft done. Quicken us; revive and restore us to our former tranquillity and happiness.

Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 80:18

Psalms 80:18 So will not we go back from thee: quicken us, and we will call upon thy name.Ver. 18. So will not we go back] A promise of gratitude, which is usually annexed to prayers for deliverance.

Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 80:18

Verse 18. So will not we go back from thee] We shall no more become idolaters: and it is allowed on all hands that the Jews were never guilty of idolatry after their return from the Babylonish captivity. Quicken us] Make us alive, for we are nearly as good as dead. We will call upon thy name.] We will invoke thee. Thou shalt be for ever the object of our adoration, and the centre of all our hopes.

Cambridge Bible on Psalms 80:18

18. So shall we not go back from thee (R.V.), bound to Thee by a fresh tie of allegiance. quicken us] The restoration of our national life (Hosea 6:2) will evoke a fresh response of grateful praise.

Barnes' Notes on Psalms 80:18

So will not we go back from thee - That is, if thou wilt thus interpose; if thou wilt deliver the nation; if thou wilt help him whom thou hast placed over it, giving him wisdom and valor, we will

Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 80:18

18. So will not we go back—With these earnest petitions graciously answered we shall no more backslide. Quicken us—Cause us to live; equal to, “Preserve alive thy work.” Habakkuk 3:2

Sermons on Psalms 80:18

SermonDescription
Andrew Strom Pray Along With Agonizing Prayer by Andrew Strom In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the need for revival and urges the audience to pray for it. They express concern that if people simply go back to their normal lives after a
J. Edwin Orr The Power of the Holy Spirit by J. Edwin Orr In this sermon, the preacher uses various illustrations to convey his message. He starts by talking about a farmer and his tractor, highlighting the importance of having the right
Carter Conlon The Violent Overthrow of God's House by Carter Conlon In this sermon, Pastor David speaks about the violent overthrow of God's house, referencing the story of Jesus entering the temple in Jerusalem. The city was moved by Jesus' presen
Denny Kenaston Revival Conference 2007 - Part 9 by Denny Kenaston This sermon emphasizes the longevity of true revival, highlighting that genuine revival has a lasting impact on individuals and communities, with converts continuing to walk with G
E.A. Johnston The Solemn Assembly by E.A. Johnston In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of a solemn assembly, which is a time of weeping, fasting, and humbling ourselves before God. It is a time of brokenness over
Michael Koulianos Devotion to Jesus - Part 4 by Michael Koulianos Michael Koulianos emphasizes the significance of prayer and the Holy Spirit's role in initiating our relationship with God. He encourages the congregation, especially the youth, to
John MacNaughtan The Necessity of the Revival of Religion by John MacNaughtan John MacNaughtan preaches about the necessity for a revival of religion in the current state of the church, emphasizing the signs of spiritual death, decay in energy, lack of progr

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