The Bible · King James Version
Psalms 126
1A Song of degrees. When the LORD turned again the captivity of Zion, we were like them that dream.
Translator's noteturned: Heb. returned the returning
2Then was our mouth filled with laughter, and our tongue with singing: then said they among the heathen, The LORD hath done great things for them.
Translator's notehath: Heb. hath magnified to do with them
3The LORD hath done great things for us; whereof we are glad.
4Turn again our captivity, O LORD, as the streams in the south.
5They that sow in tears shall reap in joy.
Translator's notejoy: or, singing
6He that goeth forth and weepeth, bearing precious seed, shall doubtless come again with rejoicing, bringing his sheaves with him.
Translator's noteprecious: or, seed basket
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