King James Version
What Does psalm 137:5 Mean?
“If I forget thee, O Jerusalem, let my right hand forget her cunning.”
psalm 137:5 · KJV
Context
3
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. a song: Heb. the words of a song wasted: Heb. laid us on heaps
4
How shall we sing the LORD'S song in a strange land? strange: Heb. land of a stranger?
5
If I forget thee, O Jerusalem, let my right hand forget her cunning.
6
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. my chief: Heb. the head of my joy
7
Remember, O LORD, the children of Edom in the day of Jerusalem; who said, Rase it, rase it, even to the foundation thereof. Rase it: Heb. Make bare
Study Guide
Historical Context
This verse is found in the book of psalm. Understanding the historical and cultural background helps illuminate its meaning for the original audience and for us today.
Theological Significance
psalm 137:5 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.