Psalm 126

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Psalm 126 A song of ascents.

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When the LORD brought back the captives to^[1] Zion, we were like men who dreamed.^[2]

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Our mouths were filled with laughter, our tongues with songs of joy. Then it was said among the nations, "The LORD has done great things for them."

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The LORD has done great things for us, and we are filled with joy.

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Restore our fortunes,^[3] O LORD, like streams in the Negev.

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Those who sow in tears will reap with songs of joy.

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He who goes out weeping, carrying seed to sow, will return with songs of joy, carrying sheaves with him.