Psalm 127

1 <A Song of Ascents. By Solomon. > Unless the LORD builds the house, they labor in vain who build it. Unless the LORD watches over the city, the watchman guards it in vain.NHEB — Psalm 127:1

2 It is vain for you to rise up early, to stay up late, eating the bread of toil; for he gives sleep to his loved ones.NHEB — Psalm 127:2

3 Look, children are a heritage of the LORD. The fruit of the womb is a reward.NHEB — Psalm 127:3

4 As arrows in the hand of a mighty man, so are the children of youth.NHEB — Psalm 127:4

5 Blessed is the man who has his quiver full of them. They won't be disappointed when they speak with their enemies in the gate.NHEB — Psalm 127:5