Psalms 12:3
May the LORD cut off all flattering lips
What it says
David asks the LORD to cut off flattering lips and every boastful tongue.
What it is doing
This verse turns the social diagnosis into a direct plea for judgment.
In context
1For the choirmaster. According to Sheminith. A Psalm of David. 2They lie to one another; 3May the LORD cut off all flattering lips 4They say, “With our tongues we will prevail. 5“For the cause of the oppressed 6The words of the LORD are flawless, 7You, O LORD, will keep us; 8The wicked wander freely,