| English Standard Version | International Standard Version |
| 1When the LORD restored the fortunes of Zion, we were like those who dream. | 1When the LORD brought back Zion's exiles, we were like dreamers. |
| 2Then our mouth was filled with laughter, and our tongue with shouts of joy; then they said among the nations, “The LORD has done great things for them.” | 2Then our mouths were filled with laughter, and our tongues formed joyful shouts. Then it was said among the nations, "The LORD has done great things for them." |
| 3The LORD has done great things for us; we are glad. | 3The great things that the LORD has done for us gladden us. |
| 4Restore our fortunes, O LORD, like streams in the Negeb! | 4Restore our exiles, LORD, like the streams of the Negev. |
| 5Those who sow in tears shall reap with shouts of joy! | 5Those who weep while they plant will sing for joy while they harvest. |
| 6He who goes out weeping, bearing the seed for sowing, shall come home with shouts of joy, bringing his sheaves with him. | 6The one who goes out weeping, carrying a bag of seeds, will surely return with a joyful song, bearing sheaves from his harvest. |
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