Psalms of David - Modern Translation - Psalm 126

When the Lord restored the fortunes of His people,
we were like those who dream.

Our mouths were filled with laughter,
our tongues with songs of joy.

Then it was said among the people,
"The Lord has done great things for them."

Indeed, the Lord has done great things for us,
and we are filled with joy.

Restore our fortunes, O Lord,
like streams in the desert.

Those who sow in tears
will reap with shouts of joy.

Those who go out weeping, carrying seed to sow,
will return with songs of joy, carrying their harvest.