Psalm 137:6 · KJV

"If I do not remember thee, let my tongue cleave to the roof of my mouth; if I prefer not Jerusalem above my chief joy."

King James Version

Passage Context

⁴How shall we sing the LORD'S song in a strange land?

⁵If I forget thee, O Jerusalem, let my right hand forget her cunning.

⁶If I do not remember thee, let my tongue cleave to the roof of my mouth; if I prefer not Jerusalem above my chief joy.

⁷Remember, O LORD, the children of Edom in the day of Jerusalem; who said, Rase it, rase it, even to the foundation thereof.

⁸O daughter of Babylon, who art to be destroyed; happy shall he be, that rewardeth thee as thou hast served us.

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Reflection Questions

How do you prioritize your spiritual roots in your life?

What does it mean for you to hold onto your identity amidst change?

When have you felt a strong connection to a place or community that shaped you?

Life Application

identity

Reflect on your roots and how they shape your identity today. Consider ways to honor your heritage and maintain connections to your past.

commitment

Make a commitment to regularly engage with your faith community, even when life gets busy or challenging.

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