1When Jehovah brought back the captivity of Zion, we were like those who dream. 2Then our mouth was filled with laughter, and our tongue with shouts of joy. Then they said among the nations, Jehovah has done great things for them. 3Jehovah has done great things for us, and we are joyful. 4Bring back our captivity, O Jehovah, as the streams in the South. 5Those who sow in tears shall reap in joy. 6He who goes forth with weeping, bearing seed for sowing, shall doubtless come again with rejoicing, bringing his sheaves with him.