Ps 126:1When the LORD brought back the captives to Zion (Jerusalem), We were like those who dream [it seemed so unreal]. [Ps 53:6; Acts 12:9]
Ps 126:2Then our mouth was filled with laughter And our tongue with joyful shouting; Then they said among the nations, "The LORD has done great things for them."
Ps 126:3The LORD has done great things for us; We are glad!
Ps 126:4¶ Restore our captivity, O LORD, As the stream-beds in the South (the Negev) [are restored by torrents of rain].
Ps 126:5They who sow in tears shall reap with joyful singing.
Ps 126:6He who goes back and forth weeping, carrying his bag of seed [for planting], Will indeed come again with a shout of joy, bringing his sheaves with him. A Song of Ascents. Of Solomon.<SS>