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1 When the LORD turned again the captivity of Zion, we were like them that dream.
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(125-1) <A gradual canticle.> When the Lord brought back the captivity of Sion, we became like men comforted.
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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(125-2) Then was our mouth filled with gladness; and our tongue with joy. Then shall they say among the Gentiles: The Lord hath done great things for them.
3 The LORD hath done great things for us; whereof we are glad.
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(125-3) The Lord hath done great things for us: we are become joyful.
4 Turn again our captivity, O LORD, as the streams in the south.
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(125-4) Turn again our captivity, O Lord, as a stream in the south.
5 They that sow in tears shall reap in joy.
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(125-5) They that sow in tears shall reap in 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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(125-6) Going they went and wept, casting their seeds. (125-7) But coming they shall come with joyfulness, carrying their sheaves.
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