Psalms 80:4

Arabic Bible (GNA) Good News Arabic - 1993 (الترجمة العربية المشتركة)

أرجِعْنا إليكَ يا اللهُ، وأنِرْ بِوجهِكَ علَينا فنَخلُصَ.

What Does This Mean?

This verse is a prayer asking God, the ruler of all, how long He will be upset and not answer the prayers of His people. The speaker is likely a leader or a prophet of Israel.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're playing a game with your friend, and they stop talking to you. You might wonder, 'How long will you be mad at me?' This verse is like that, but it's the people of God wondering how long God will be upset and not listen to them.

Historical Background

Psalms 80 was written by Asaph, a Levite and a singer in the temple. It was written during a time of struggle for the people of Israel, possibly during or after the Babylonian exile, when the nation was in distress and seeking God's intervention.

Living It Out Today

In modern times, this verse can remind us to be patient and persistent in prayer. For example, if a community is facing a long-term issue like unemployment, this verse encourages them to keep praying and seeking God's guidance and intervention.

Topics

• prayer
• perseverance
• God's anger
• hope
• national distress
• seeking God

Related Verses

• Psalms 79:5
• Isaiah 63:15
• Jeremiah 14:19
• Daniel 9:7
• Matthew 6:7

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is God's anger mentioned in this verse?

The mention of God's anger reflects the people's perception that God is not responding to their prayers due to some displeasure or judgment, often associated with the nation's sins.

What does it mean to be 'angry against the prayer'?

Being 'angry against the prayer' means God is not answering the prayers of His people, which they interpret as a sign of His displeasure or anger with them.

Who wrote Psalms 80?

Psalms 80 was written by Asaph, a prophet and a leader in the temple, likely during a time of national distress for Israel.

How does Psalms 80:4 encourage perseverance in prayer?

Psalms 80:4 encourages perseverance by showing that even when prayers seem unanswered, the people continue to seek God's intervention, reminding us to persist in our prayers despite the lack of immediate response.