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