Psalms12
English Standard Version
1To the : according to The . A of . , O Lord, for the one is ; for the have from among the of .
2Everyone to his ; with and a they .
3May the Lord all , the that ,
4 who , With our we will , our are with us; who ?
5 the are , because the , I will now , the Lord; I will him in the for which he .
6The of the Lord are , like in a on the , .
7You, O Lord, will them; you will us from .
8On every the , as is among the of .
Cross References
Psalms 12Direct parallel lamenting the total failure and disappearance of the godly and upright from the earth.
Supported by Matthew Henry, John Calvin
Parallels the proud, boasting tongue of those who speak great things against the Most High.
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Explains the idiom of 'puffing at' the poor or enemies as a gesture of contempt.
Supported by Matthew Poole, JFB
Echoes the characterization of God's words as completely pure, shield-like, and thoroughly refined.
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Hebrew idiom contrast: being 'not of a double heart' (literally 'not with a heart and a heart').
Supported by John Calvin
Historical example of the proud boast 'Who is Lord over us?', echoing Pharaoh's defiance.
Supported by Matthew Poole
Confirms the central theme of God's promise and word being extremely pure and reliable.
Supported by Matthew Henry
Jeremiah laments widespread deceit and falsehood where everyone speaks deceptively with his neighbor.
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Affirms that God's way is perfect and His word is thoroughly tried and trusted.
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Theological parallel: when a ruler hearkens to lies, all his servants become wicked.
Supported by Matthew Henry
Observes the oppression of the poor and their lack of a human comforter.
Supported by Matthew Henry
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