Psalms 80:9-17

9You prepared the ground ready for us. We put down roots like a vine. We grew well and we covered all the land.

10Our branches gave shade to the mountains, and to the big cedar trees.

11Our branches reached the Mediterranean Sea, and as far as the Euphrates River.

12Why have you knocked down the walls that protected us? Now, anyone who passes can rob our fruit.

13Wild pigs from the forest attack your vine. Other wild animals eat all the fruit.

14Come back to us, God Almighty! Look down from heaven and see what is happening! Take care of your special vine.

15You planted it with your own right hand. You caused it to grow, like a strong son.

16But now the enemy has cut down your vine, and they have burned it with fire. Show them that you are angry with them, and destroy them!

17Give strength to the one who sits at your right hand. He is the man that you have chosen to serve you.