Chapter 125

Israelites released from captivity of Babylon, much more the blessed both of the old and new Testament delivered by Christ from captivity of sin, do rejoice: ℣.5 Who nevertheless must pass through tribulation to eternal felicity.

1. 1

   A gradual Canticle. When our Lord turned the captivity of Sion: we were made as men comforted.

2. 2

   Then was our mouth replenished with joy: and our tongue with exultation. Then shall they say among the Gentiles: Our Lord hath done magnifically with them.

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   Our Lord hath done magnifically with us: we are made joyful.

4. 4

   Turn our captivity, o Lord, as a torrent in the South.

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   They that sow in tears shall reap in joyfulness.

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   Going they went and wept, casting their seeds. But coming they shall come with exultation, carrying their sheaves.