1 {A song of the stairs} When the LORD turneth again the captivity of Zion, then were we like unto them that dream.
2 Then was our mouth filled with laughter, and our tongue with joy. Then said they among the heathen, "The LORD hath done great things for them."
3 Yea the LORD hath done great things for us already, whereof we rejoice.
4 Turn our captivity, O LORD, as the rivers in the south.
5 They that sow in tears, shall reap in joy.
6 He that now goeth on his way weeping, and beareth forth good seed, shall doubtless come again with joy, and bring his sheaves with him.