What does Psalm 137:2 mean?

Psalm 137:2 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply Psalm 137:2 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

Psalm 137:2 Meaning

We hanged our harps upon the willows in the midst thereof.

Context Explained

1By the rivers of Babylon, there we sat down, yea, we wept, when we remembered Zion.

2We hanged our harps upon the willows in the midst thereof.

3For 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.

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

Key Themes

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Source: Psalm 137:2