Psalm 127:3–5

3 Behold, bchildren are a heritage from the Lord,

cthe fruit of the womb a reward.

4 Like arrows in the hand of da warrior

are the children1 of one’s youth.

5 Blessed is the man

who fills his quiver with them!

He shall not be put to shame

when he speaks with his enemies ein the gate.2

b	Ge 33:5
c	Dt 28:4 Ps 132:11
d	Ps 120:4
1	Or sons
e	Job 5:4
2	Or They shall not be put to shame when they speak with their enemies in the gate