For the sake of the temple of the Lord our God I will pray for you to prosper.

A song of ascents. When the Lord restored the well-being of Zion, we thought we were dreaming.

By the rivers of Babylon we sit down and weep when we remember Zion.

The Lord rules forever, your God, O Zion, throughout the generations to come! Praise the Lord!

Let Israel rejoice in their Creator! Let the people of Zion delight in their king!

The Beloved about Her Lover: He brought me into the banquet hall, and he looked at me lovingly.

The Beloved to Her Lover: Catch the foxes for us, the little foxes, that ruin the vineyards – for our vineyard is in bloom.

The Beloved about Her Lover: His left hand caresses my head, and his right hand stimulates me.

Listen to the Lord’s word, you leaders of Sodom! Pay attention to our God’s rebuke, people of Gomorrah!

Cry out and shout for joy, O citizens of Zion, for the Holy One of Israel acts mightily among you!”

Here is a message about the Valley of Vision: What is the reason that all of you go up to the rooftops?

Your very best valleys were full of chariots; horsemen confidently took their positions at the gate.

Ariel is as good as dead – Ariel, the town David besieged! Keep observing your annual rituals, celebrate your festivals on schedule.

I will lay siege to you on all sides; I will besiege you with troops; I will raise siege works against you.

The Lord is exalted, indeed, he lives in heaven; he fills Zion with justice and fairness.

and rescue you and this city from the king of Assyria. I will shield this city.”’”

“A protector comes to Zion, to those in Jacob who repent of their rebellious deeds,” says the Lord.

“Arise! Shine! For your light arrives! The splendor of the Lord shines on you!

Indeed, nations or kingdoms that do not serve you will perish; such nations will be totally destroyed.

Before she goes into labor, she gives birth! Before her contractions begin, she delivers a boy!