Contradiction with Matthew 28:20
This verse contradicts Psalms 22:2 by assuring that Jesus is always with us, implying we are never forsaken.
Matthew 28:20: Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you alway, [even] unto the end of the world. Amen.
Contradiction with Hebrews 13:5
This verse contradicts Psalms 22:2 by stating God will never leave or forsake us, contrasting the feeling of abandonment.
Hebrews 13:5: [Let your] conversation [be] without covetousness; [and be] content with such things as ye have: for he hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee.
Contradiction with Isaiah 41:10
This verse contradicts Psalms 22:2 by encouraging not to fear because God is with us, opposing the sense of God being distant.
Isaiah 41:10: Fear thou not; for I [am] with thee: be not dismayed; for I [am] thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.
Contradiction with Deuteronomy 31:8
This verse contradicts Psalms 22:2 by asserting that God goes with us and will not forsake us, differing from the cry of being unheard.
Deuteronomy 31:8: And the LORD, he [it is] that doth go before thee; he will be with thee, he will not fail thee, neither forsake thee: fear not, neither be dismayed.
Contradiction with Joshua 1:9
This verse contradicts Psalms 22:2 by commanding strength and courage because God is with us wherever we go, contrary to the feeling of being forsaken.
Joshua 1:9: Have not I commanded thee? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the LORD thy God [is] with thee whithersoever thou goest.
Paradox #1
Psalms 22:2 expresses a feeling of being unheard by God during distress. The contradiction or conflict could arise when compared to the idea that God is always present and listening to prayers, as mentioned in other parts of the Bible. This creates tension between feeling abandoned and the belief in God's constant presence.
Paradox #2
The contradiction or conflict in this verse could be the feeling of abandonment by God despite being faithful or in need, as it suggests a disparity between belief in a just and caring divine presence and the experience of feeling unheard or forgotten in times of distress. This can conflict with the expectation that faithfulness should be met with divine support and presence.