Dual Panel1A song <07892> of ascents <04609>, by Solomon <08010>. If <0518> the Lord <03068> does not <03808> build <01129> a house <01004>, then those who build <01129> it work <05998> in vain <07723>. If <0518> the Lord <03068> does not <03808> guard <08104> a city <05892>, then the watchman <08104> stands guard <08245> in vain <07723>.
2It is vain <07723> for you to rise <06965> early <07925>, come home <03427> late <0309>, and work so hard <06089> for your food <03899>. Yes <03651>, he can provide <05414> for those whom he loves <03039> even when they sleep <08142>.
3Yes <02009>, sons <01121> are a gift <05159> from the Lord <03068>, the fruit <06529> of the womb <0990> is a reward <07939>.
4Sons <01121> born during one’s youth <05271> are like arrows <02671> in a warrior’s <01368> hand <03027>.
5How blessed <0835> is the man <01397> who fills <04390> his quiver <0827> with them! They <01992> will not <03808> be put to shame <0954> when <03588> they confront <0854> <01696> enemies <0341> at the city gate <08179>.