What does Psalm 137:8 mean?

Psalm 137:8 highlights themes such as judgment, justice, hope when read in context.

How should I apply Psalm 137:8 today?

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

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

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.

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

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Revelation 18:6
Both verses express the desire for justice against Babylon.
Psalm 137:7
This verse recalls the desire for justice against those who harmed Jerusalem.
Isaiah 47:6
The call for retribution against Babylon is a theme in Isaiah, connecting to this verse.