# Psalm 137: Grief, Exile, and Hope in God

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Podcast: [Reading the Bible Daily](https://stenobird.com/podcast/reading-the-bible-daily-6738564)
Published: 2026-06-25T12:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Psalm 137 records the sorrow of God's people during their exile in Babylon following the destruction of Jerusalem. In this passage, believers learn how to bring grief honestly before the Lord, remain faithful to God's promises during hardship, and trust His perfect justice. In this episode, Dave Jenkins explains the historical setting of Psalm 137, addresses its difficult closing verses, and shows how the psalm ultimately points to Jesus Christ, who experienced rejection and suffering and provides lasting hope for His people. For more episodes of Reading the Bible Daily with Dave, visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/reading-the-bible-daily-with-dave/

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