Psalm 126
NET Bible
Chapter overview
Psalm 126 remembers restoration so astonishing it felt like a dream. Laughter and international witness accompany return, while renewed prayer trusts that present tears and costly sowing will become songs and abundant harvest.
RestorationJoyTearsHarvest
1When the Lord restored the well-being of Zion, we thought we were dreaming.
2At that time we laughed loudly and shouted for joy. At that time the nations said, “The Lord has accomplished great things for these people.”
3The Lord did indeed accomplish great things for us. We were happy.
4O Lord, restore our well-being, just as the streams in the arid south are replenished.
5Those who shed tears as they plant will shout for joy when they reap the harvest.
6The one who weeps as he walks along, carrying his bag of seed, will certainly come in with a shout of joy, carrying his sheaves of grain.
Verses to memorize from Psalm 126
- Psalm 126:3The Lord did indeed accomplish great things for us. We were happy.
- Psalm 126:5Those who shed tears as they plant will shout for joy when they reap…
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