P126b. When Zion's bondage God turned back

1 When Zion’s bondage God turned back,
as men that dreamed were we.
2 Then filled with laughter was our mouth,
our tongue with melody.
They ‘mong the heathen said, The Lord
great things for them hath wrought.
3 The Lord hath done great things for us,
whence joy to us is brought.

4 As streams of water in the south,
our bondage, Lord, recall.
5 Who sow in tears, a reaping time
of joy enjoy they shall.
6 The man who, bearing precious seed,
in going forth doth mourn,
he doubtless, bringing back his sheaves,
rejoicing shall return.

Text Information
First Line: When Zion's bondage God turned back
Meter: CM
Language: English
Publication Date: 2004
Scripture:
Tune Information
Name: SOUTHWELL (IRONS)
Composer: Herbert Stephen Irons, 1834-1905
Meter: CM
Key: E Major



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