3 Even sparrows find a home,and swallows find a nest for themselves.There they hatch their youngnear your altars, O Lord of Armies,my king and my God.
4 Blessed are those who live in your house.They are always praising you. Selah
5 Blessed are those who find strength in you.Their hearts are on the road ⌊that leads to you⌋.
6 As they pass through a valley where balsam trees grow,they make it a place of springs.The early rains cover it with blessings.
7 Their strength grows as they go alonguntil each one of them appearsin front of God in Zion.
8 O Lord God, commander of armies, hear my prayer.Open your ears, O God of Jacob. Selah
9 Look at our shield, O God.Look with favor on the face of your anointed one.