Psalms 126 Bible Study Guide

Psalm 126 is a Song of Ascents that celebrates the joy of restoration. The psalm recalls the joy when the Lord restored the fortunes of Zion — the people's mouths were filled with laughter and their tongues with shouts of joy. The nations recognized that the Lord had done great things for them. The psalm then prays for present restoration, using the agricultural imagery of sowing in tears and reaping with shouts of joy.