Author: Carl P. Daw Jr. Meter: 9.8.9.8 D Appears in 5 hymnals First Line: When God first brought us back from exile Lyrics: 1 When God first brought us back from exile,
we were as dazed as those who dream.
Then were our mouths brimming with laughter;
joy from our lips gushed like a stream.
The godless cried in envious wonder,
“Look what the LORD has done for them!”
Indeed our God has greatly blessed us;
rejoice and sing, Jerusalem!
2 Once more, O LORD, restore your people;
come with your saving help again,
as to the brook-beds in the desert
you bring the sweet, reviving rain.
Let those who sow with tears and sighing
sing as they reap and joy proclaim;
may those who weep when seed is scattered
gather their sheaves and praise your name. Topics: Ascents; Captivity; Deliverance; Joy; Patience; Rejoicing; Restoration; Sorrow; Zion Scripture: Psalm 126 Used With Tune: WAYFARING STRANGER
When God First Brought Us Back