Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5
This verse advises trusting in the Lord with all one's heart, contrasting with the mocking tone of Psalm 22:8, which suggests that reliance on the Lord is foolish.
Proverbs 3:5: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.
Contradiction with Matthew 4:7
Jesus responds against testing God's faithfulness, while Psalm 22:8 has mockers suggesting that God does not deliver, implying a test or challenge to God.
Matthew 4:7: Jesus said unto him, It is written again, Thou shalt not tempt the Lord thy God. [tempt: or, try, or, put to trial, or, proof]
Contradiction with Isaiah 55:8-9
God's ways being higher than human ways contrasts with the mocking implication in Psalm 22:8, which questions God's faithfulness.
Isaiah 55:8-9: For my thoughts [are] not your thoughts, neither [are] your ways my ways, saith the LORD.
Contradiction with Romans 8:28
Depicts God's work for good in all things for those who love Him, clashing with Psalm 22:8's suggestion of God's inaction or lack of care.
Romans 8:28: And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to [his] purpose.
Contradiction with Hebrews 13:5
God's promise to never leave or forsake contradicts the challenge in Psalm 22:8 to see if God will deliver the faithful.
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.
Paradox #1
The potential contradiction in this verse revolves around the idea of mocking someone for their faith or trust in God. While the Bible typically encourages kindness and respect, this verse depicts a scenario where someone's faith is being ridiculed. This can appear inconsistent with the Bible's overall message of love and understanding.