A song of ascents. Of Solomon. Unless ... the LORD builds the house , its builders labor vain ; unless ... the LORD protects the city , its watchmen stand guard in vain.
In vain rise early and stay up late , toiling for bread to eat — for He gives sleep to His beloved.
Children are indeed a heritage from the LORD , (and) the fruit of the womb (is His) reward.
Like arrows in the hand of a warrior , so (are) children (born in) one’s youth.
Blessed is the man whose quiver is full - He will not be put to shame when he confronts - the enemies at the gate.