A New Version of the Psalms of David ‎#227b

227b. When Sion's captives God return'd

1. When Sion's Captives God return'd.
Such an illustrious Theme,
Struck us with Wonder and Surprise;
We were like them that dream.
2. Then was our Mouth with Laughter fill'd,
Our Tongue for Joy did shout;
The Heathen said, the Lord, for them,
Great Things hath brought about.

3. With Joy, we own, great Things for us,
Are wrought, Lord, by thy Hand.
4. Return the Remnant; and 'twill be
Like Streams to South parch'd Land.
5. Who sow in Tears, in Joy shall reap,
6. They that go forth, and mourn,
Bearing choice Seed, shall sure with Joy,
Laden with Sheaves, return.

Text Information

• First Line: When Sion's captives God return'd
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1752
• Scripture:
  Psalm 126

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