6 verses · New Living Translation · Dynamic equivalence (thought-for-thought)
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Psalms Chapter 126 contains 6 verses and is presented here in the New Living Translation (NLT), which uses a dynamic equivalence (thought-for-thought) approach. Read the full text below, compare with other translations, or navigate to any of the 150 chapters in Psalms.
1When the LORD brought back his exiles to Jerusalem,it was like a dream!
2We were filled with laughter,and we sang for joy.And the other nations said,“What amazing things the LORD has done for them.”
3Yes, the LORD has done amazing things for us!What joy!
4Restore our fortunes, LORD,as streams renew the desert.
5Those who plant in tearswill harvest with shouts of joy.
6They weep as they go to plant their seed,but they sing as they return with the harvest.
Psalms 126 in the New Living Translation (NLT) contains 6 verses. The NLT uses a dynamic equivalence (thought-for-thought) approach, first published in 1996 (rev. 2015).
The New Living Translation uses dynamic equivalence (thought-for-thought), balancing accuracy with modern readability. Compare this with the NIV (dynamic equivalence) version of Psalms 126 for a different perspective.
Psalms Chapter 126 contains 6 verses in the New Living Translation. The book of Psalms has 150 chapters total.