For there they that carried us away captive required of us a song; and they that wasted us required of us mirth, saying, Sing us one of the songs of Zion.
What does Psalms 137:3 mean?
Their enemies had carried the Jews captive from their own land. To complete their woes, they insulted over them; they required of them mirth and a song.
Key themes
FaithPrayerPraiseLament
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Glossary
- Zion Place
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Biblical settlement. Modern identification: Jerusalem.
Who quoted Psalms 137:3?
Find out who used Psalms 137:3 in their speeches and writings. Which famous people quoted Psalms 137:3?
Boney M. used Psalms 137:3 in Rivers of Babylon.