1<\/sup>A Canticle in steps. When the Lord turned back the captivity of Zion, we became like those who are consoled.<\/span> <\/p>\n 2<\/sup>Then our mouth was filled with gladness and our tongue with exultation. Then they will say among the nations: “The Lord has done great things for them.”<\/span> <\/p>\n 3<\/sup>The Lord has done great things for us. We have become joyful.<\/span> <\/p>\n 4<\/sup>Convert our captivity, O Lord, like a torrent in the south.<\/span> <\/p>\n 5<\/sup>Those who sow in tears shall reap in exultation.<\/span> <\/p>\n 6<\/sup>When departing, they went forth and wept, sowing their seeds. But when returning, they will arrive with exultation, carrying their sheaves.<\/span> <\/p>\n