Psalm 125

Masoretic — Psalm 126

An ode of ascents.

When the Lord returned the captives of Zion,

We became like those who are comforted.

Then our mouth was filled with joy,

And our tongue with exceeding joy.

Then they shall say among the Gentiles,

“The Lord did great things with them.”

The Lord has done great things with us;

We were glad.

Return, O Lord, our captivity

Like streams in the south.

Those who sow with tears

Shall reap with exceeding joy.

They went forth and wept,

Carrying their seeds with them;

But they shall return with exceeding joy,

Carrying their sheaves.

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