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A Historical Procession
Commentators explain that the mention of Ephraim, Benjamin, and Manasseh is not random. These three tribes, all descended from Rachel, held the place of honor in the wilderness, marching directly behind the Ark of the Covenant. The psalmist invokes this historical image, calling on God to lead and save the entire nation, represented by this leading family group.
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Albert Barnes
On Psalms 80:2
18th Century
Theologian
Before Ephraim, and Benjamin, and Manasseh - Ephraim and Manasseh were the two sons of Joseph, and their names were given to two of the trib…
Charles Ellicott
On Psalms 80:2
19th Century
Bishop
Before Ephraim ... —The tribes named from Joseph’s sons and his uterine brother naturally range together; they encamped side by si…
Charles Spurgeon
On Psalm 80:1–3
19th Century
Preacher
To whom could Israel go, in times of distress, but to her God?
It was well that her psalmists should teach her thus to pray. Notice the form …
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John Gill
On Psalms 80:2
17th Century
Pastor
Before Ephraim, Benjamin, and Manasseh, stir up your strength ,
&c.] Which Christ did in the public ministry of the …
Matthew Henry
On Psalms 80:1–7
17th Century
Minister
He who dwells upon the mercy-seat is the good Shepherd of His people. But we can neither expect the comfort of His love nor the protection of His a…