1 A song for pilgrims ascending to Jerusalem. A psalm of Solomon.Unless the Lord builds a house,the work of the builders is wasted.Unless the Lord protects a city,guarding it with sentries will do no good.
2 It is useless for you to work so hardfrom early morning until late at night,anxiously working for food to eat;for God gives rest to his loved ones.
3 Children are a gift from the Lord;they are a reward from him.
4 Children born to a young manare like arrows in a warrior’s hands.
5 How joyful is the man whose quiver is full of them!He will not be put to shame when he confronts his accusers at the city gates.