Contradiction with Matthew 6:5-6
While Psalms 42:4 reflects a desire for public worship, Matthew 6:5-6 emphasizes private prayer over public display.
Matthew 6:5-6: And when thou prayest, thou shalt not be as the hypocrites [are]: for they love to pray standing in the synagogues and in the corners of the streets, that they may be seen of men. Verily I say unto you, They have their reward.
Contradiction with John 4:21-24
This verse suggests worship is not confined to specific locations, contrasting with the longing for specific places of worship in Psalms 42:4.
John 4:21-24: Jesus saith unto her, Woman, believe me, the hour cometh, when ye shall neither in this mountain, nor yet at Jerusalem, worship the Father.
Contradiction with Hebrews 10:25
Encourages not forsaking gathering for worship, which might seem to complement rather than contradict Psalms 42:4, but still emphasizes a different context in the communal gathering.
Hebrews 10:25: Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner of some [is]; but exhorting [one another]: and so much the more, as ye see the day approaching.
Contradiction with Isaiah 1:13-14
Highlights God's disdain for empty ritual, contrasting with the earnest longing for past worship experiences in Psalms 42:4.
Isaiah 1:13-14: Bring no more vain oblations; incense is an abomination unto me; the new moons and sabbaths, the calling of assemblies, I cannot away with; [it is] iniquity, even the solemn meeting. [iniquity: or, grief]