When the Lord restored the captives unto Zion, We were like the people in a dream. Laughter filled our mouths and songs our tongues; Nations said, "The Lord has done great things." The Lord has done great things for us, And we are glad. Turn our captivity again Like streams returning to the desert. Whoever plants in weeping gathers gladness. The one who walks out crying, carrying the seed, Will come again with singing, Bringing in the harvest at his side. The Lord has done great things for us, And we are glad.