Psalm 126 | New International Version New International Reader’s Version

Psalm 126 | New International Version

A song of ascents.

1 When the Lord restored the fortunes of* Zion, we were like those who dreamed.* 2 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.’ 3 The Lord has done great things for us, and we are filled with joy. 4 Restore our fortunes,* Lord, like streams in the Negev. 5 Those who sow with tears will reap with songs of joy. 6 Those who go out weeping, carrying seed to sow, will return with songs of joy, carrying sheaves with them.

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New International Reader’s Version

A song for those who go up to Jerusalem to worship the Lord.

1 Our enemies took us away from Zion. But when the LORD brought us home, it seemed like a dream to us. 2 Our mouths were filled with laughter. Our tongues sang with joy. Then the people of other nations said, ‘The LORD has done great things for them.’ 3 The LORD has done great things for us. And we are filled with joy. 4 LORD, bless us with great success again, as rain makes streams flow in the Negev Desert. 5 Those who cry as they plant their crops will sing with joy when they gather them in. 6 Those who go out weeping as they carry seeds to plant will come back singing with joy. They will bring the new crop back with them.