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 the LORD 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: 'The LORD hath done great things with these.'

3 The Lord has done great things among them. The Lord has done great things for us, we became joyful.

The LORD hath done great things with us; we are rejoiced.

4 Turn, O Lord, our captivity, as the steams in the south.

Turn our captivity, O LORD, as the streams in the dry land.

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].

Though he goeth on his way weeping that beareth the measure of seed, he shall come home with joy, bearing his sheaves.