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

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A Pledge of Faithfulness

Commentators view this verse as a solemn pledge. In response to God's saving action, the people promise future faithfulness and vow not to 'go back' or apostatize. Albert Barnes notes this is a proper response to deliverance, where God's mercy is met with a commitment to obedience.

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On Psalms 80:18

18th Century

Theologian

So will not we go back from thee - That is, if you will thus interpose; if you will deliver the nation; if you will help him whom y…

John Gill

John Gill

On Psalms 80:18

17th Century

Pastor

So will not we go back from thee
From your fear, as the Targum; or from your service, as Kimchi; doing as above woul…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Psalms 80:17–19

17th Century

Minister

The Messiah, the Protector and Savior of the church, is the Man of God's right hand; He is the Arm of the Lord, for all power is given to Him. In H…