Psalm 137:9 · KJV

"Happy shall he be, that taketh and dasheth thy little ones against the stones."

King James Version

Passage Context

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.

⁹Happy shall he be, that taketh and dasheth thy little ones against the stones.

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Reflection Questions

How do you process feelings of anger and vengeance?

What does this verse reveal about your understanding of justice?

When have you felt overwhelmed by your emotions regarding injustice?

Life Application

anger

Reflect on healthy ways to express and process your anger.

compassion

Consider how to respond to those who have wronged you with compassion instead of revenge.

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