1A Song of Ascents. When the Lord restored the fortunes of Zion, we were like those who dream. (مز 14:7; مز 120:1; أع 12:9)2Then 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.” (أي 8:21; مز 71:19)3The Lord has done great things for us; we are glad.4Restore our fortunes, O Lord, like streams in the Negeb!5Those who sow in tears shall reap with shouts of joy! (عز 6:22; نح 12:43; إر 31:9; حج 2:3; غل 6:9)6He who goes out weeping, bearing the seed for sowing, shall come home with shouts of joy, bringing his sheaves with him.