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Psalm 80:9
ESV You cleared the ground for it; it took deep root and filled the land.
NIV You cleared the ground for it, and it took root and filled the land.
NASB You cleared the ground before it, And it took deep root and filled the land.
CSB You cleared a place for it; it took root and filled the land.
NLT You cleared the ground for us, and we took root and filled the land.
KJV Thou preparedst room before it, and didst cause it to take deep root, and it filled the land.
NKJV You prepared room for it, And caused it to take deep root, And it filled the land.

What does Psalm 80:9 mean?

Please see our chapter commentary on Psalm 80, verse-level content coming soon!
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Context Summary
Psalm 80:7–13 reflects on the Lord's former blessings on Israel. The nation's rescue from slavery and establishment in the Promised Land are depicted as a vine transplanted and nurtured. This "vine" became large, powerful, and successful. But now the nation is like a vineyard with broken walls: open to thieves, vandals, and wild animals.
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Chapter Summary
The psalmist calls for God's rescue during a time of defeat. The refrain "Restore us…that we may be saved" is repeated several times. The song expresses grief that the Lord has allowed Israel to suffer defeat and embarrassment. Though Israel was brought out of slavery and established in the Promised Land, it is being attacked by some force or foreign power. The psalmist appeals to God to restore His chosen people.
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