1. I was glad when they said to me,“Let us go to the Lord's house.”
2. And now we are here,standing inside the gates of Jerusalem!
3. Jerusalem is a city restoredin beautiful order and harmony.
4. This is where the tribes come,the tribes of Israel,to give thanks to the Lordaccording to his command.
5. Here the kings of Israelsat to judge their people.
6. Pray for the peace of Jerusalem:“May those who love you prosper.
7. May there be peace inside your wallsand safety in your palaces.”
8. For the sake of my relatives and friendsI say to Jerusalem, “Peace be with you!”
9. For the sake of the house of the Lord our GodI pray for your prosperity.