1When the Lord gave the riches back to Jerusalem,
it seemed as if we were dreaming.
2Then we were filled with laughter,
and we sang happy songs.
Then the other nations said,
“The Lord has done great things for them.”
3The Lord has done great things for us,
and we are very glad.
4Lord, give us back our riches again.
Do this as you bring streams to the desert.
5Those who cry as they plant crops
will sing at harvesttime.
6Those who cry
as they carry out the seeds
will return singing
and carrying bundles of grain.