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Psalms 126

6 aligned verses; 6 with wording or punctuation differences .

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Verse KJV King James Version WEB World English Bible
1
When the LORD turned again the captivity of Zion, we were like them that dream.
> When Yahweh brought back those who returned to Zion, We were like those who 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.
Then our mouth was filled with laughter, And our tongue with singing . Then they said among the nations , "Yahweh has done great things for them. "
3
The LORD hath done great things for us ; whereof we are glad.
Yahweh has done great things for us , And we are glad.
4
Turn again our captivity , O LORD , as the streams in the south .
Restore our fortunes again , Yahweh , Like the streams in the Negev .
5
They that sow in tears shall reap in joy.
Those who sow in tears will reap in joy.
6
He that goeth forth and weepeth , bearing precious seed, shall doubtless come again with rejoicing , bringing his sheaves with him .
He who goes out weeping , carrying seed for sowing , Will assuredly come again with joy , carrying his sheaves.

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