day 27 : e v ening pray er

126 - In convertendo

1  When the Lord overturned the captivity of Zion, *
then were we like those who dream.
2  Then was our mouth filled with laughter *
and our tongue with shouts of joy.
3  Then they said among the nations, *
“The Lord has done great things for them.”
4  Indeed, the Lord has done great things for us already, *
whereof we rejoice.
5  Overturn our captivity, O Lord, *
as when streams refresh the deserts of the south.
6  Those who sow in tears *
shall reap with songs of joy.
7  He who goes on his way weeping and bears good seed *
shall doubtless come again with joy, and bring 
his sheaves with him.