Psalms 125

DOUAI-RHEIMS	CATHOLIC PUBLIC DOMAIN
1 If it had not been that the Lord was with us, let Israel now say:	1 A Canticle in steps. When the Lord turned back the captivity of Zion, we became like those who are consoled.
2 If it had not been that the Lord was with us, When men rose up against us	2 Then our mouth was filled with gladness and our tongue with exultation. Then they will say among the nations: “The Lord has done great things for them.”
3 perhaps they had swallowed us up alive. When their fury was enkindled against us,	3 The Lord has done great things for us. We have become joyful.
4 perhaps the waters had swallowed us up.	4 Convert our captivity, O Lord, like a torrent in the south.
5 Our soul hath passed through a torrent: perhaps our soul had passed through a water insupportable.	5 Those who sow in tears shall reap in exultation.
6 Blessed be the Lord, who hath not given us to be a prey to their teeth.	6 When departing, they went forth and wept, sowing their seeds.
7 Our soul hath been delivered as a sparrow out of the snare of the followers. The snare is broken, and we are delivered.	7 But when returning, they will arrive with exultation, carrying their sheaves.
8 Our help is in the name of the Lord, who made heaven and earth.