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1 When the LORD brought back his exiles to Jerusalem, it was like a dream!
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When the LORD restored the fortunes of Zion, we were like those who dreamed.
2 We were filled with laughter, and we sang for joy. And the other nations said, “What amazing things the LORD has done for them.”
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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.”
3 Yes, the LORD has done amazing things for us! What joy!
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The LORD has done great things for us, and we are filled with joy.
4 Restore our fortunes, LORD, as streams renew the desert.
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Restore our fortunes,LORD, like streams in the Negev.
5 Those who plant in tears will harvest with shouts of joy.
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Those who sow with tears will reap with songs of joy.
6 They weep as they go to plant their seed, but they sing as they return with the harvest.
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Those who go out weeping, carrying seed to sow, will return with songs of joy, carrying sheaves with them.
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