Contradiction with Proverbs 3:35
This verse indicates honor is given to the wise, not scorn as in Psalms 22:7.
Proverbs 3:35: The wise shall inherit glory: but shame shall be the promotion of fools. [shall be...: Heb. exalteth the fools]
Contradiction with Isaiah 54:4
This verse speaks of not fearing shame or disgrace, contrary to the scorn mentioned in Psalms 22:7.
Isaiah 54:4: Fear not; for thou shalt not be ashamed: neither be thou confounded; for thou shalt not be put to shame: for thou shalt forget the shame of thy youth, and shalt not remember the reproach of thy widowhood any more.
Contradiction with Proverbs 11:12
This verse suggests that those who belittle their neighbor lack sense, opposite of the ridicule described in Psalms 22:7.
Proverbs 11:12: He that is void of wisdom despiseth his neighbour: but a man of understanding holdeth his peace. [void...: Heb. destitute of heart]
Contradiction with Romans 12:21
Encourages overcoming evil with good, contrasting with being mocked as implied in Psalms 22:7.
Romans 12:21: Be not overcome of evil, but overcome evil with good.
Contradiction with 1 Peter 2:9
Describes being chosen and royal, contrasting with the derision described in Psalms 22:7.
1 Peter 2:9: But ye [are] a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, an holy nation, a peculiar people; that ye should shew forth the praises of him who hath called you out of darkness into his marvellous light: [peculiar: or, purchased] [praises: or, virtues]
Contradiction with Philippians 4:13
Speaks of strength through Christ, as opposed to being scorned as in Psalms 22:7.
Philippians 4:13: I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.
Contradiction with Isaiah 53:3
This verse speaks of being despised and rejected similar to Psalms 22:7 but acknowledges a profound purpose behind it, thus offering hope rather than solely the scorn observed in Psalms 22:7.
Isaiah 53:3: He is despised and rejected of men; a man of sorrows, and acquainted with grief: and we hid as it were [our] faces from him; he was despised, and we esteemed him not. [we hid...: or, he hid as it were his face from us: Heb. as an hiding of faces from him, or, from us]
Paradox #1
Psalms 22:7 describes feelings of being mocked or scorned. Some see a potential contradiction in how this portrays a sense of abandonment and suffering, which can seem inconsistent with the idea of a loving and protective God. While some may think it conflicts with verses that emphasize God's constant presence and support, others interpret it as part of a deeper narrative showing how human emotions can include doubt and distress, ultimately leading to redemption and understanding of God's ways.