Psalms 126:2 kjv — Then was our mouth filled with laughter, and our tongue with singing: then said they among the heathen, The Lord hath d…

King James Version

"Then was our mouth filled with laughter, and our tongue with singing: then said they among the heathen, The Lord hath done great things for them."

— Psalms 126:2, King James Version

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Psalms 126 — Context

1

When the Lord turned again the captivity of Zion, we were like them that dream.

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Then was our mouth filled with laughter, and our tongue with singing: then said they among the heathen, The Lord hath done great things for them.

3

The Lord hath done great things for us; whereof we are glad.

4

Turn again our captivity, O Lord, as the streams in the south.

5

They that sow in tears shall reap in joy.

Psalms 126:2 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 126:2 say?
Psalms 126:2 in the King James Version reads: “Then was our mouth filled with laughter, and our tongue with singing: then said they among the heathen, The Lord hath done great things for them.”
Where is Psalms 126:2 in the Bible?
Psalms 126:2 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 126, verse 2.
Who wrote Psalms?
Psalms is traditionally attributed to Multiple authors (David, Asaph, the sons of Korah, Solomon, Moses, others). Approximately 73 psalms are attributed to David; others to Asaph, the sons of Korah, Solomon, Moses, Heman, and Ethan; the remainder are anonymous. It was written c. 1410–430 BC.
What is the book of Psalms about?
The Psalms are the prayer book and hymnal of God's people, gathering a thousand years of inspired song — praise, lament, thanksgiving, confession, and royal and messianic worship. Every emotion of the believing heart finds a voice here, and every voice finds its center in Christ.
What are the major themes of Psalms?
Psalms explores themes including Praise, Lament, Trust, Messiah, Refuge, Kingship. These themes shape the meaning and context of Psalms 126:2.
What translation should I read Psalms 126:2 in?
Psalms 126:2 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Psalms 126:2?
Psalms 126:2 reads (KJV): “Then was our mouth filled with laughter, and our tongue with singing: then said they among the heathen, The Lord hath done great things for them.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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