1 A Song of degrees. When the LORD turned again the captivity of Zion, we were like those who dream.
2 Then our mouth was filled with laughter, and our tongue with singing; then they said among the nations, The LORD has done great things with them.
3 Great things did the LORD to work with us and we are glad.
4 Turn again our captivity, O LORD, as the streams in the south.
5 Those who sow in tears shall reap in joy.
6 He who goes forth and weeps, bearing precious seed, shall doubtless come again with rejoicing, bringing his sheaves with him.