Psalm 126:1–127:2

1 When the Lord restoredi the fortunes ofa Zion,

we were like those who dreamed.b

2 Our mouths were filled with laughter,j

our tongues with songs of joy.k

Then it was said among the nations,

“The Lord has done great thingsl for them.”

3 The Lord has done great thingsm for us,

and we are filled with joy.n

4 Restore our fortunes,c o Lord,

like streams in the Negev.p

5 Those who sow with tearsq

will reapr with songs of joy.s

6 Those who go out weeping,t

carrying seed to sow,

will return with songs of joy,

carrying sheaves with them.

Psalm 127

A song of ascents. Of Solomon.

1 Unless the Lord buildsu the house,

the builders labor in vain.

Unless the Lord watchesv over the city,

the guards stand watch in vain.

2 In vain you rise early

and stay up late,

toiling for foodw to eat—

for he grants sleepx toa those he loves.y