Psalm 126:3
New International Version
The LORD has done great things for us, and we are filled with joy.

New Living Translation
Yes, the LORD has done amazing things for us! What joy!

English Standard Version
The LORD has done great things for us; we are glad.

Berean Standard Bible
The LORD has done great things for us; we are filled with joy.

King James Bible
The LORD hath done great things for us; whereof we are glad.

New King James Version
The LORD has done great things for us, And we are glad.

New American Standard Bible
The LORD has done great things for us; We are joyful.

NASB 1995
The LORD has done great things for us; We are glad.

NASB 1977
The LORD has done great things for us; We are glad.

Legacy Standard Bible
Yahweh has done great things for us; We are glad.

Amplified Bible
The LORD has done great things for us; We are glad!

Christian Standard Bible
The LORD had done great things for us; we were joyful.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
The LORD had done great things for us; we were joyful.

American Standard Version
Jehovah hath done great things for us, Whereof we are glad.

Contemporary English Version
And so we celebrated because the LORD had indeed worked miracles for us.

English Revised Version
The LORD hath done great things for us; whereof we are glad.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
The LORD has done spectacular things for us. We are overjoyed.

Good News Translation
Indeed he did great things for us; how happy we were!

International Standard Version
The great things that the LORD has done for us gladden us.

Majority Standard Bible
The LORD has done great things for us; we are filled with joy.

NET Bible
The LORD did indeed accomplish great things for us. We were happy.

New Heart English Bible
The LORD has done great things for us, and we are glad.

Webster's Bible Translation
The LORD hath done great things for us; of which we are glad.

World English Bible
Yahweh has done great things for us, and we are glad.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
YHWH did great things with us, "" We have been joyful.

Young's Literal Translation
Jehovah did great things with us, We have been joyful.

Smith's Literal Translation
Jehovah magnified to do with us; we were made glad.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
The Lord hath done great things for us: we are become joyful.

Catholic Public Domain Version
The Lord has done great things for us. We have become joyful.

New American Bible
The LORD has done great things for us; Oh, how happy we were!

New Revised Standard Version
The LORD has done great things for us, and we rejoiced.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
The LORD has done great things for us, whereof we are joyful.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
LORD JEHOVAH works greatly for us, and we are in joy!
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
The LORD hath done great things with us; We are rejoiced.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
The Lord has done great things among them. The Lord has done great things for us, we became joyful.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The LORD Has Done Great Things
2Then our mouths were filled with laughter, our tongues with shouts of joy. Then it was said among the nations, “The LORD has done great things for them.” 3The LORD has done great things for us; we are filled with joy. 4Restore our captives, O LORD, like streams in the Negev.…

Cross References
Isaiah 12:5
Sing to the LORD, for He has done glorious things. Let this be known in all the earth.

Joel 2:21
Do not be afraid, O land; rejoice and be glad, for the LORD has done great things.

Jeremiah 31:12-13
They will come and shout for joy on the heights of Zion; they will be radiant over the bounty of the LORD—the grain, new wine, and oil, and the young of the flocks and herds. Their life will be like a well-watered garden, and never again will they languish. / Then the maidens will rejoice with dancing, young men and old as well. I will turn their mourning into joy, and give them comfort and joy for their sorrow.

Isaiah 25:9
And in that day it will be said, “Surely this is our God; we have waited for Him, and He has saved us. This is the LORD for whom we have waited. Let us rejoice and be glad in His salvation.”

Luke 1:49
For the Mighty One has done great things for me. Holy is His name.

Ephesians 3:20
Now to Him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to His power that is at work within us,

Psalm 98:1
A Psalm. Sing to the LORD a new song, for He has done wonders; His right hand and holy arm have gained Him the victory.

Isaiah 61:3
to console the mourners in Zion—to give them a crown of beauty for ashes, the oil of joy for mourning, and a garment of praise for a spirit of despair. So they will be called oaks of righteousness, the planting of the LORD, that He may be glorified.

Zephaniah 3:17
The LORD your God is among you; He is mighty to save. He will rejoice over you with gladness; He will quiet you with His love; He will rejoice over you with singing.”

1 Peter 2:9
But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for God’s own possession, to proclaim the virtues of Him who called you out of darkness into His marvelous light.

Psalm 40:3
He put a new song in my mouth, a hymn of praise to our God. Many will see and fear and put their trust in the LORD.

Isaiah 35:10
So the redeemed of the LORD will return and enter Zion with singing, crowned with everlasting joy. Gladness and joy will overtake them, and sorrow and sighing will flee.

Romans 15:9
so that the Gentiles may glorify God for His mercy. As it is written: “Therefore I will praise You among the Gentiles; I will sing hymns to Your name.”

Psalm 118:23
This is from the LORD, and it is marvelous in our eyes.

Isaiah 52:9
Break forth in joy, sing together, O ruins of Jerusalem, for the LORD has comforted His people; He has redeemed Jerusalem.


Treasury of Scripture

The LORD has done great things for us; whereof we are glad.

Psalm 18:50
Great deliverance giveth he to his king; and sheweth mercy to his anointed, to David, and to his seed for evermore.

Psalm 31:19
Oh how great is thy goodness, which thou hast laid up for them that fear thee; which thou hast wrought for them that trust in thee before the sons of men!

Psalm 66:5,6
Come and see the works of God: he is terrible in his doing toward the children of men…

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Psalm 126
1. The church celebrating her incredible return out of captivity
4. Prays for and prophesies the good success thereof














The LORD
The term "LORD" in this context is derived from the Hebrew name "Yahweh," which is the covenant name of God, emphasizing His eternal existence and faithfulness. In the history of Israel, Yahweh is the God who delivered them from Egypt, led them through the wilderness, and established them in the Promised Land. This name signifies a personal, relational God who is actively involved in the lives of His people. The use of "LORD" here reminds the reader of God's sovereignty and His role as the ultimate source of all blessings.

has done
This phrase indicates completed action, emphasizing the certainty and reality of God's work. The Hebrew root "asah" conveys the idea of making or accomplishing something. It reflects God's active involvement in the world and His ability to bring about His purposes. Historically, this would remind the Israelites of God's mighty acts in their history, such as the Exodus and the return from Babylonian exile, showcasing His power and faithfulness.

great things
The phrase "great things" comes from the Hebrew word "gadol," which means large, important, or significant. This term underscores the magnitude and significance of God's actions. In the biblical narrative, "great things" often refer to miraculous events or divine interventions that demonstrate God's power and love. For the Israelites, these "great things" could include their deliverance from captivity and the restoration of their fortunes, which were seen as acts of divine grace and favor.

for us
This phrase personalizes the psalm, indicating that the "great things" God has done are not just abstract or historical but have direct implications for the community of believers. The use of "us" highlights the collective experience of God's people, emphasizing unity and shared blessings. It reminds the reader that God's actions are not just for individuals but for His people as a whole, reinforcing the communal aspect of faith and the shared joy in God's blessings.

we are filled with joy
The phrase "we are filled with joy" captures the emotional response to God's mighty acts. The Hebrew word "samach" means to rejoice or be glad, indicating a deep, overwhelming sense of happiness and gratitude. This joy is not superficial but is rooted in the recognition of God's goodness and faithfulness. Historically, this joy would be akin to the celebration of the Israelites upon their return from exile, a profound acknowledgment of God's mercy and restoration. For believers today, it serves as a reminder of the joy that comes from experiencing God's grace and the hope of future restoration.

Verse 3. - The Lord hath done great things for us. "What the heathen said was true - the Lord hath indeed done great things for us." Whereof we are glad. For these great things we rejoice and give thanks. The first part of the psalm - the absolutely pure joy-song - here ends; and the second part - the mixed joy and sorrow - begins.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
The LORD
יְ֭הוָה (Yah·weh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel

has done
לַעֲשׂ֥וֹת (la·‘ă·śō·wṯ)
Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct
Strong's 6213: To do, make

great
הִגְדִּ֣יל (hiḡ·dîl)
Verb - Hifil - Perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 1431: To grow up, become great

things for us;
עִמָּ֗נוּ (‘im·mā·nū)
Preposition | first person common plural
Strong's 5973: With, equally with

we are
הָיִ֥ינוּ (hā·yî·nū)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - first person common plural
Strong's 1961: To fall out, come to pass, become, be

filled with joy.
שְׂמֵחִֽים׃ (śə·mê·ḥîm)
Adjective - masculine plural
Strong's 8056: Glad, joyful, merry


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