Psalm 127–128
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.
and stay up late,
toiling for foodw to eat—
for he grants sleepx toa those he loves.y
3 Children are a heritage from the Lord,
offspring a rewardz from him.
4 Like arrowsa in the hands of a warrior
are children born in one’s youth.
whose quiver is full of them.b
They will not be put to shame
when they contend with their opponentsc in court.d
1 Blessed are all who fear the Lord,e
who walk in obedience to him.f
2 You will eat the fruit of your labor;g
blessings and prosperityh will be yours.
3 Your wife will be like a fruitful vinei
within your house;
your childrenj will be like olive shootsk
around your table.
4 Yes, this will be the blessingl
for the man who fears the Lord.m
5 May the Lord bless you from Zion;n
may you see the prosperity of Jerusalemo
all the days of your life.
6 May you live to see your children’s children—p
peace be on Israel.q