A Song of Ascents.
[126:1] When the Lord restored the fortunes of Zion, we were like those who dream.
[126:2] Then our mouth was filled with laughter, and our tongue with shouts of joy; then they said among the nations, “The Lord has done great things for them.”
[126:3] The Lord has done great things for us; we are glad.
[126:4] Restore our fortunes, O Lord, like streams in the Negeb!
[126:5] Those who sow in tears shall reap with shouts of joy!
[126:6] He who goes out weeping, bearing the seed for sowing, shall come home with shouts of joy, bringing his sheaves with him.