King James Version KJV
New Living Translation NLT
1 When the LORD turned again the captivity of Zion, we were like them that dream.
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When the LORD brought back his exiles to Jerusalem, it was like a dream!
2 Then was our mouth filled with laughter, and our tongue with singing: then said they among the heathen, The LORD hath done great things for them.
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We were filled with laughter, and we sang for joy. And the other nations said, “What amazing things the LORD has done for them.”
3 The LORD hath done great things for us; whereof we are glad.
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Yes, the LORD has done amazing things for us! What joy!
4 Turn again our captivity, O LORD, as the streams in the south.
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Restore our fortunes, LORD, as streams renew the desert.
5 They that sow in tears shall reap in joy.
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Those who plant in tears will harvest with shouts of joy.
6 He that goeth forth and weepeth, bearing precious seed, shall doubtless come again with rejoicing, bringing his sheaves with him.
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They weep as they go to plant their seed, but they sing as they return with the harvest.
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