Psalms 80:9 bbe — You made ready a place for it, so that it might take deep root, and it sent out its branches over all the land.

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"You made ready a place for it, so that it might take deep root, and it sent out its branches over all the land."

— Psalms 80:9, Bible in Basic English

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“Thou preparedst room before it, and didst cause it to take deep root, and it filled the land.”
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Psalms 80 — Context

You make us a cause of war among our neighbours; our haters are laughing at us among themselves.

Take us back again, O God of armies; let us see the shining of your face, and let us be safe.

You took a vine out of Egypt: driving out the nations, and planting it in their land.

You made ready a place for it, so that it might take deep root, and it sent out its branches over all the land.

The mountains were covered with its shade, and the great trees with its branches.

It sent out its arms to the Sea, and its branches to the River.

Why are its walls broken down by your hands, so that all who go by may take its fruit?

Psalms 80:9 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 80:9 say?

Psalms 80:9 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “You made ready a place for it, so that it might take deep root, and it sent out its branches over all the land.”

Where is Psalms 80:9 in the Bible?

Psalms 80:9 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 80, verse 9.

Who wrote Psalms?

Psalms is traditionally attributed to Multiple authors (David, Asaph, the sons of Korah, Solomon, Moses, others). Approximately 73 psalms are attributed to David; others to Asaph, the sons of Korah, Solomon, Moses, Heman, and Ethan; the remainder are anonymous. It was written c. 1410–430 BC.

What is the book of Psalms about?

The Psalms are the prayer book and hymnal of God's people, gathering a thousand years of inspired song — praise, lament, thanksgiving, confession, and royal and messianic worship. Every emotion of the believing heart finds a voice here, and every voice finds its center in Christ.

What are the major themes of Psalms?

Psalms explores themes including Praise, Lament, Trust, Messiah, Refuge, Kingship. These themes shape the meaning and context of Psalms 80:9.

What translation should I read Psalms 80:9 in?

Psalms 80:9 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.

How can I memorize Psalms 80:9?

Psalms 80:9 reads (BBE): “You made ready a place for it, so that it might take deep root, and it sent out its branches over all the land.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.

Psalms 80:9 bbe — You made ready a place for it, so that it might take deep root, and it sent out its branches over all the land.

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