[1]WHEN the LORD brought back the people of Zion from captivity, we were like those that rejoice.[2]Then was our mouth filled with laughter, and our tongue with singing; then said they among the heathen, The LORD has done great things for them.[3]The LORD has done great things for us, whereof we are joyful.[4]Turn again our captivity, O LORD, like the streams in the south.[5]They that 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.