Psalms 126:6 Meaning and Explanation
“He that goeth forth and weepeth, bearing precious seed, shall doubtless come again with rejoicing, bringing his sheaves with him.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The faithful laborer who departs sorrowfully to sow will certainly return with joy, carrying a full harvest.
The Context of Psalms 126:6
A promise to the faithful that their costly sowing will yield a sure and joyful harvest.
What Does Psalms 126:6 Mean?
This verse personalizes the harvest principle. An individual goes out bearing precious seed, tears accompanying the sowing. The promise is certain: he will return—not might, but 'shall doubtless come again.' His return will be marked by rejoicing, and his arms will be full of sheaves, the product of his labored sowing.
The image completes the cycle of hope and assurance. The word 'precious' suggests the seed's high value, making the sowing costly and the confidence in return all the more significant. This verse transforms the general principle into a specific, assured promise for the faithful laborer.
Psalms 126:6 in the Original Language
precious (יָקָר yaqar) — 'costly, precious, valuable' — the seed's value heightens the dignity of the laborer's sacrifice and the certainty of return.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 126:6
What does Psalms 126:6 mean?
The faithful laborer who departs sorrowfully to sow will certainly return with joy, carrying a full harvest.
What is the context of Psalms 126:6?
A promise to the faithful that their costly sowing will yield a sure and joyful harvest.