When the Lord restored the fortunes of Zion
We were like those who dream
Then our mouth was filled with laughter
And our tongue with shouts of joy because of Him
Then they said among the nations
The Lord has done great things for them
The Lord has done great things for us
And we are glad again
Restore our fortunes, O Lord
Like in the Negeb flows!
Those who sow in tears
Shall reap with shouts of joy all that grows!
He who goes out weeping
Bearing the seed for sowing in hand
Shall come home with shouts of joy
Bringing his sheaves with him, gifts of land