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Psalms 126
Berean Standard Bible
Section headings and translator notes come from the publisher; they are reading aids, distinct from the Bible text.
Zion’s Captives Restored
Psalm subtitle:A song of ascents.
Verse1When the LORD restored the captives of Zion, we were like dreamers.
Verse2Then our mouths were filled with laughter, our tongues with shouts of joy. Then it was said among the nations, “The LORD has done great things for them.”
Verse3The LORD has done great things for us; we are filled with joy.
Verse4Restore our captives, O LORD, like streams in the Negev.
Verse5Those who sow in tears will reap with shouts of joy.
Verse6He who goes out weeping, bearing a trail of seed, will surely return with shouts of joy, carrying sheaves of grain.
Translator notes (3)
- Verse 1: Or brought back the captives to Zion or restored the fortunes of Zion
- Verse 1: Or like those restored to health
- Verse 4: Or Restore our fortunes