Psalms 127

DOUAI-RHEIMS	CATHOLIC PUBLIC DOMAIN
1 When the lord brought back the captivity of Sion, we became like men comforted.	1 A Canticle in steps. Blessed are all those who fear the Lord, who walk in his ways.
2 Then was our mouth filled with gladness; and our tongue with joy. Then shall they say among the Gentiles: The Lord hath done great things for them.	2 For you will eat by the labors of your hands. Blessed are you, and it will be well with you.
3 The Lord hath done great things for us: we are become joyful.	3 Your wife is like an abundant vine on the sides of your house. Your sons are like young olive trees surrounding your table.
4 Turn again our captivity, O Lord, as a stream in the south.	4 Behold, so will the man be blessed who fears the Lord.
5 They that sow in tears shall reap in joy.	5 May the Lord bless you from Zion, and may you see the good things of Jerusalem, all the days of your life.
6 Going they went and wept, casting their seeds.	6 And may you see the sons of your sons. Peace be upon Israel.
7 But coming they shall come with joyfulness, carrying their sheaves.