< Psalms 126 >
1 A Song of Degrees. When the Lord turned the captivity of Sion, we became as comforted ones.
A Song of Ascents. When Jehovah brought back those that returned to Zion, We were like unto them that dream.
2 Then was our mouth filled with joy, and our tongue with exultation: then would they say among the Gentiles,
Then was our mouth filled with laughter, And our tongue with singing: Then said they among the nations, Jehovah hath done great things for them.
3 The Lord has done great things among them. The Lord has done great things for us, we became joyful.
Jehovah hath done great things for us, [Whereof] we are glad.
4 Turn, O Lord, our captivity, as the steams in the south.
Turn again our captivity, O Jehovah, As the streams in the South.
5 They that sow in tears shall reap in joy.
They that sow in tears shall reap in joy.
6 They went on and wept as they cast their seeds; but they shall surely come with exultation, bringing their sheaves [with them].
He that goeth forth and weepeth, bearing seed for sowing, Shall doubtless come again with joy, bringing his sheaves [with him].