Chapter Summary
Psalm 12 is a heartfelt plea to God from someone distressed by the widespread deceit and dishonesty in society. The psalmist observes that honest and faithful people are becoming rare, while everyone else seems to be speaking insincerely and with hidden motives. The Psalm expresses confidence that God will ultimately intervene to silence the boastful and protect those who are poor and suffering. It powerfully contrasts the unreliable, tricky words of humans with the perfectly pure and trustworthy promises of the Lord, assuring that God's truth will stand forever, even in a corrupt world.