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href="/bsb/psalms/126.htm" class="clickchap" style="color:#001320" title="Click any translation name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><span class="versiontext"><a href="/niv/psalms/126.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />Those who sow with tears will reap with songs of joy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/psalms/126.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />Those who plant in tears will harvest with shouts of joy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/psalms/126.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />Those who sow in tears shall reap with shouts of joy!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/psalms/126.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />Those who sow in tears will reap with shouts of joy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/psalms/126.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />They that sow in tears shall reap in joy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/psalms/126.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Those who sow in tears Shall reap in joy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/psalms/126.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />Those who sow in tears shall harvest with joyful shouting.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/psalms/126.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />Those who sow in tears shall reap with joyful shouting.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/psalms/126.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />Those who sow in tears shall reap with joyful shouting.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/psalms/126.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Those who sow in tears shall reap with shouts of joy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/psalms/126.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />They who sow in tears shall reap with joyful singing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/psalms/126.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Those who sow in tears will reap with shouts of joy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/psalms/126.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Those who sow in tears will reap with shouts of joy. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/psalms/126.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />They that sow in tears shall reap in joy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/psalms/126.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />We cried as we went out to plant our seeds. Now let us celebrate as we bring in the crops. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/psalms/126.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />They that sow in tears shall reap in joy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/psalms/126.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Those who cry while they plant will joyfully sing while they harvest.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/psalms/126.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />Let those who wept as they planted their crops, gather the harvest with joy! <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/psalms/126.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Those who weep while they plant will sing for joy while they harvest.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/psalms/126.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />Those who sow in tears will reap with shouts of joy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/psalms/126.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />Those who shed tears as they plant will shout for joy when they reap the harvest. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/psalms/126.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />Those who sow in tears will reap in joy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/psalms/126.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />They that sow in tears shall reap in joy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/psalms/126.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Those who sow in tears will reap in joy. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/psalms/126.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />Those sowing in tears, reap with singing,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/psalms/126.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Those sowing in tears, with singing do reap,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/psalms/126.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />They sowing in tears shall reap in rejoicing.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/psalms/126.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />They that sow in tears shall reap in joy. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/psalms/126.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br /><V 125:5>Those who sow in tears shall reap in exultation.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/psalms/126.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Those who sow in tears will reap with cries of joy. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/psalms/126.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />May those who sow in tears reap with shouts of joy.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/psalms/126.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />They that sow in tears shall reap in joy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/psalms/126.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />Those who sow in tears will reap in joy!<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/psalms/126.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />They that sow in tears Shall reap in joy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/psalms/126.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />They that sow in tears shall reap in joy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/psalms/126-5.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/nFaD2oDhKPc?start=16312" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/psalms/126.htm">The LORD Has Done Great Things</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">4</span>Restore our captives, O LORD, like streams in the Negev. <span class="reftext">5</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/2232.htm" title="2232: haz·zō·rə·‘îm (Art:: V-Qal-Prtcpl-mp) -- To sow, scatter seed. A primitive root; to sow; figuratively, to disseminate, plant, fructify.">Those who sow</a> <a href="/hebrew/1832.htm" title="1832: bə·ḏim·‘āh (Prep-b:: N-fs) -- Tears (of one weeping). Feminine of dema'; weeping.">in tears</a> <a href="/hebrew/7114.htm" title="7114: yiq·ṣō·rū (V-Qal-Imperf-3mp) -- To dock off, curtail, to harvest. A primitive root; to dock off, i.e. Curtail; especially to harvest.">will reap</a> <a href="/hebrew/7440.htm" title="7440: bə·rin·nāh (Prep-b:: N-fs) -- A ringing cry. From ranan; properly, a creaking, i.e. Shout.">with shouts of joy.</a> </span><span class="reftext">6</span>He who goes out weeping, bearing a trail of seed, will surely return with shouts of joy, carrying sheaves of grain.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/galatians/6-9.htm">Galatians 6:9</a></span><br />Let us not grow weary in well-doing, for in due time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/james/5-7.htm">James 5:7-8</a></span><br />Be patient, then, brothers, until the Lord’s coming. See how the farmer awaits the precious fruit of the soil—how patient he is for the fall and spring rains. / You, too, be patient and strengthen your hearts, because the Lord’s coming is near.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/5-4.htm">Matthew 5:4</a></span><br />Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/16-20.htm">John 16:20</a></span><br />Truly, truly, I tell you, you will weep and wail while the world rejoices. You will grieve, but your grief will turn to joy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/61-3.htm">Isaiah 61:3</a></span><br />to console the mourners in Zion—to give them a crown of beauty for ashes, the oil of joy for mourning, and a garment of praise for a spirit of despair. So they will be called oaks of righteousness, the planting of the LORD, that He may be glorified.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/31-9.htm">Jeremiah 31:9</a></span><br />They will come with weeping, and by their supplication I will lead them; I will make them walk beside streams of waters, on a level path where they will not stumble. For I am Israel’s Father, and Ephraim is My firstborn.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_corinthians/4-17.htm">2 Corinthians 4:17</a></span><br />For our light and momentary affliction is producing for us an eternal weight of glory that is far beyond comparison.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/8-18.htm">Romans 8:18</a></span><br />I consider that our present sufferings are not comparable to the glory that will be revealed in us.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/35-10.htm">Isaiah 35:10</a></span><br />So the redeemed of the LORD will return and enter Zion with singing, crowned with everlasting joy. Gladness and joy will overtake them, and sorrow and sighing will flee.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/revelation/21-4.htm">Revelation 21:4</a></span><br />‘He will wipe away every tear from their eyes,’ and there will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the former things have passed away.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hosea/10-12.htm">Hosea 10:12</a></span><br />Sow for yourselves righteousness and reap the fruit of loving devotion; break up your unplowed ground. For it is time to seek the LORD until He comes and sends righteousness upon you like rain.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_peter/1-6.htm">1 Peter 1:6-7</a></span><br />In this you greatly rejoice, though now for a little while you may have had to suffer grief in various trials / so that the proven character of your faith—more precious than gold, which perishes even though refined by fire—may result in praise, glory, and honor at the revelation of Jesus Christ.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/25-8.htm">Isaiah 25:8</a></span><br />He will swallow up death forever. The Lord GOD will wipe away the tears from every face and remove the disgrace of His people from the whole earth. For the LORD has spoken.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/6-21.htm">Luke 6:21</a></span><br />Blessed are you who hunger now, for you will be filled. Blessed are you who weep now, for you will laugh.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/31-13.htm">Jeremiah 31:13</a></span><br />Then the maidens will rejoice with dancing, young men and old as well. I will turn their mourning into joy, and give them comfort and joy for their sorrow.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">They that sow in tears shall reap in joy.</p><p class="hdg">that sow</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/137-1.htm">Psalm 137:1</a></b></br> By the rivers of Babylon, there we sat down, yea, we wept, when we remembered Zion.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/isaiah/12-1.htm">Isaiah 12:1-3</a></b></br> And in that day thou shalt say, O LORD, I will praise thee: though thou wast angry with me, thine anger is turned away, and thou comfortedst me… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/jeremiah/31-9.htm">Jeremiah 31:9-13</a></b></br> They shall come with weeping, and with supplications will I lead them: I will cause them to walk by the rivers of waters in a straight way, wherein they shall not stumble: for I am a father to Israel, and Ephraim <i>is</i> my firstborn… </p><p class="hdg">joy.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/psalms/116-1.htm">Cries</a> <a href="/psalms/81-16.htm">Grain</a> <a href="/psalms/126-3.htm">Joy</a> <a href="/psalms/126-3.htm">Joyful</a> <a href="/psalms/107-37.htm">Reap</a> <a href="/psalms/126-2.htm">Rejoicing</a> <a href="/psalms/112-2.htm">Seed</a> <a href="/psalms/126-2.htm">Shouting</a> <a href="/psalms/126-2.htm">Shouts</a> <a href="/psalms/126-2.htm">Singing</a> <a href="/psalms/126-2.htm">Songs</a> <a href="/psalms/107-37.htm">Sow</a> <a href="/leviticus/27-16.htm">Sowing</a> <a href="/psalms/119-136.htm">Tears</a> <a href="/psalms/116-8.htm">Weeping</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/psalms/132-9.htm">Cries</a> <a href="/psalms/126-6.htm">Grain</a> <a href="/psalms/126-6.htm">Joy</a> <a href="/psalms/149-2.htm">Joyful</a> <a href="/proverbs/22-8.htm">Reap</a> <a href="/psalms/126-6.htm">Rejoicing</a> <a href="/psalms/126-6.htm">Seed</a> <a href="/psalms/150-5.htm">Shouting</a> <a href="/psalms/126-6.htm">Shouts</a> <a href="/psalms/126-6.htm">Singing</a> <a href="/psalms/126-6.htm">Songs</a> <a href="/psalms/126-6.htm">Sow</a> <a href="/psalms/126-6.htm">Sowing</a> <a href="/proverbs/14-1.htm">Tears</a> <a href="/psalms/126-6.htm">Weeping</a><div class="vheading2">Psalm 126</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/126-1.htm">The church celebrating her incredible return out of captivity</a></span><br><span class="reftext">4. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/126-4.htm">Prays for and prophesies the good success thereof</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> <br /><br /> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/psalms/126.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/psalms/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/psalms/126.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>Those who sow in tears</b><br>This phrase reflects the agrarian culture of ancient Israel, where sowing and reaping were common experiences. Sowing in tears suggests a time of hardship or distress, possibly due to famine, exile, or personal trials. The imagery of sowing is often used in Scripture to represent the act of investing or laboring in faith, even when circumstances are difficult. This can be connected to the Israelites' return from Babylonian exile, a period marked by sorrow and uncertainty. The tears symbolize the pain and suffering endured during such times, yet they also imply hope and trust in God's promises. The act of sowing, despite tears, indicates faith in a future harvest, a theme echoed in <a href="/galatians/6-9.htm">Galatians 6:9</a>, which encourages perseverance in doing good.<p><b>will reap with shouts of joy</b><br>Reaping with joy signifies the fulfillment of God's promises and the reward for faithful endurance. The transformation from tears to joy highlights the redemptive power of God, who turns mourning into dancing (<a href="/psalms/30-11.htm">Psalm 30:11</a>). This phrase assures believers that their labor and suffering are not in vain, as God will ultimately bring about a joyful harvest. The joy of reaping is not just personal but communal, reflecting the collective celebration of God's people when His promises are realized. This concept is seen in the return of the exiles to Jerusalem, where their restoration was marked by joy and thanksgiving. The imagery also points to the eschatological hope found in <a href="/revelation/21-4.htm">Revelation 21:4</a>, where God wipes away every tear, and eternal joy is established. The phrase can be seen as a type of Christ, who endured the cross for the joy set before Him (<a href="/hebrews/12-2.htm">Hebrews 12:2</a>), illustrating the ultimate sowing in tears and reaping in joy.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_israelites.htm">The Israelites</a></b><br>The original audience of this Psalm, likely reflecting on their return from Babylonian exile, a time of restoration and hope.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/b/babylonian_exile.htm">Babylonian Exile</a></b><br>A significant event in Jewish history where the Israelites were taken captive, leading to a period of mourning and longing for their homeland.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/z/zion.htm">Zion</a></b><br>Often symbolizes the city of Jerusalem, representing a place of spiritual significance and the fulfillment of God's promises.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_sower.htm">The Sower</a></b><br>A metaphorical figure representing those who labor and endure hardship, trusting in God's future provision.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/h/harvest.htm">Harvest</a></b><br>Symbolizes the fulfillment of God's promises and the joy that comes from seeing the fruits of one's labor and faith.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_principle_of_sowing_and_reaping.htm">The Principle of Sowing and Reaping</a></b><br>Life involves seasons of sowing and reaping. Just as a farmer sows seeds with the hope of a future harvest, believers are called to sow seeds of faith, righteousness, and love, trusting that God will bring about a joyful harvest in His time.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/e/endurance_through_trials.htm">Endurance Through Trials</a></b><br>The tears represent the trials and hardships faced in life. Believers are encouraged to endure these with faith, knowing that God sees their struggles and will bring about a time of joy and restoration.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/trust_in_god's_promises.htm">Trust in God's Promises</a></b><br>The promise of reaping with joy is a reminder of God's faithfulness. Even when circumstances seem bleak, believers can trust that God will fulfill His promises and bring about a season of joy.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/j/joy_in_the_journey.htm">Joy in the Journey</a></b><br>While the ultimate joy comes with the harvest, there is also joy in the journey. Recognizing God's presence and faithfulness in the midst of trials can bring a sense of peace and hope.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/community_and_restoration.htm">Community and Restoration</a></b><br>The communal aspect of this Psalm reminds believers of the importance of supporting one another through difficult times, sharing in both the tears and the joy of the harvest.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_psalm_126.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Psalm 126</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_the_bible_deem_immoral.htm">What are the consequences of our actions according to scripture?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/scriptural_consequences_of_actions.htm">What are the consequences of our actions according to scripture?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_is_the_meaning_of_spiritual_food.htm">What does 'Joy Comes in the Morning' mean?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_'plentiful_harvest'_mean.htm">What did Jesus mean by "plentiful harvest, few workers"?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/psalms/126.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(5) <span class= "bld">Joy.</span>--Rather, <span class= "ital">singing, </span>as in <a href="/psalms/126-2.htm" title="Then was our mouth filled with laughter, and our tongue with singing: then said they among the heathen, The LORD has done great things for them.">Psalm 126:2</a>. The harvest-home songs are contrasted with the anxiety of the seed-time. Probably the poet found the proverbial saying already current, but he has touched it with the consecrating hand till it has become only less precious than the saying of Divine lips, "Blessed are they that mourn, for they shall be comforted."<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/psalms/126.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 5.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">They that sow in tears shall reap in joy</span>. Then we, who are now "sowing in tears" (<a href="/ezra/3-12.htm">Ezra 3:12, 13</a>; Neb. 1:4), re-establishing Israel in its own land amid grief and pain and distress, shall "reap in joy," see the fruit of our exertions, and rejoice thereat. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/psalms/126-5.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">Those who sow</span><br /><span class="heb">הַזֹּרְעִ֥ים</span> <span class="translit">(haz·zō·rə·‘îm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Article | Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2232.htm">Strong's 2232: </a> </span><span class="str2">To sow, to disseminate, plant, fructify</span><br /><br /><span class="word">in tears</span><br /><span class="heb">בְּדִמְעָ֗ה</span> <span class="translit">(bə·ḏim·‘āh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-b | Noun - feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1832.htm">Strong's 1832: </a> </span><span class="str2">Tears (of one weeping)</span><br /><br /><span class="word">will reap</span><br /><span class="heb">יִקְצֹֽרוּ׃</span> <span class="translit">(yiq·ṣō·rū)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7114.htm">Strong's 7114: </a> </span><span class="str2">To dock off, curtail, to harvest</span><br /><br /><span class="word">with shouts of joy.</span><br /><span class="heb">בְּרִנָּ֥ה</span> <span class="translit">(bə·rin·nāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-b | Noun - feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7440.htm">Strong's 7440: </a> </span><span class="str2">A creaking, shout</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/psalms/126-5.htm">Psalm 126:5 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/psalms/126-5.htm">Psalm 126:5 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/psalms/126-5.htm">Psalm 126:5 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/psalms/126-5.htm">Psalm 126:5 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/psalms/126-5.htm">Psalm 126:5 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/psalms/126-5.htm">Psalm 126:5 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/psalms/126-5.htm">Psalm 126:5 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/psalms/126-5.htm">Psalm 126:5 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/psalms/126-5.htm">Psalm 126:5 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/psalms/126-5.htm">Psalm 126:5 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/psalms/126-5.htm">OT Poetry: Psalm 126:5 Those who sow in tears will reap (Psalm Ps Psa.) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/psalms/126-4.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Psalm 126:4"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Psalm 126:4" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/psalms/126-6.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Psalm 126:6"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Psalm 126:6" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>