New King James Version NKJV
New International Version NIV
1 A Song of Ascents. When the Lord brought back the captivity of Zion, We were like those who dream.
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When the LORD restored the fortunes of Zion, we were like those who dreamed.
2 Then our mouth was filled with laughter, And our tongue with singing. Then they said among the nations, "The Lord has done great things 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 The Lord has done great things for us, And we are glad.
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The LORD has done great things for us, and we are filled with joy.
4 Bring back our captivity, O Lord, As the streams in the South.
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Restore our fortunes,LORD, like streams in the Negev.
5 Those who sow in tears Shall reap in joy.
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Those who sow with tears will reap with songs of joy.
6 He who continually goes forth weeping, Bearing seed for sowing, Shall doubtless come again with rejoicing, Bringing his sheaves with him.
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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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