Holy Scripture

Psalms 126:3

A church father on this verse
“"Yea, the Lord has done great things for us already, whereof we rejoice" [Psalm 126:3]. Consider, my brethren, if Sion does not at present say this among the heathen, throughout the whole world; consider if men are not running unto the Church. In the whole world our redemption is received; Amen is answered. The dwelle…”
Augustine of Hippo, 5th c. — Exposition on Psalm 126

Source: Septuagint

Original

3Behold, the inheritance of the Lord, children, The reward of the fruit of the womb.

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In context

1A Song of Degrees. Except the Lord build the house, They that build labor in vain: Except the Lord keep the city, The watchman watches in vain.

2It is vain for you to rise early: Ye rise up after resting, Ye that eat the bread of grief; While he gives sleep to his beloved.

— Psalms 126:3 —

4As arrows in the hand of a mighty man; So are the children of those who were outcasts.

5Blessed is the man who shall satisfy his desire with them: They shall not be ashamed when they shall speak to their enemies in the gates.

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