Contradiction with Psalm 30:5
This verse suggests that God's anger is temporary, and joy comes in the morning, which contrasts with the ongoing affliction described in Psalm 88:16.
Psalm 30:5: For his anger [endureth but] a moment; in his favour [is] life: weeping may endure for a night, but joy [cometh] in the morning. [his anger...: Heb. there is but a moment in his anger] [for a night: Heb. in the evening] [joy: Heb. singing]
Contradiction with Psalm 103:8
This verse describes the Lord as merciful and gracious, slow to anger and plenteous in mercy, which contradicts the relentless wrath mentioned in Psalm 88:16.
Psalm 103:8: The LORD [is] merciful and gracious, slow to anger, and plenteous in mercy. [plentious...: Heb. great in mercy]
Contradiction with Lamentations 3:22-23
These verses state that God's mercies are new every morning and His faithfulness is great, contrary to the continuous suffering portrayed in Psalm 88:16.
Lamentations 3:22-23: [It is of] the LORD'S mercies that we are not consumed, because his compassions fail not.
Contradiction with Isaiah 41:10
This verse encourages believers not to fear because God is with them and strengthens them, contradicting the feeling of abandonment in Psalm 88:16.
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 2 Corinthians 4:8-9
These verses indicate that although believers face troubles, they are not crushed or abandoned, contrasting with the overwhelming distress in Psalm 88:16.
2 Corinthians 4:8-9: [We are] troubled on every side, yet not distressed; [we are] perplexed, but not in despair; [in despair: or, altogether without help, or, means]
Paradox #1
Psalms 88:16 may be seen as a contradiction or conflict in its portrayal of relentless suffering and absence of comfort, which can seem inconsistent with other parts of the Bible that emphasize God's help, love, and salvation. This could cause confusion about God's nature and promises.
Paradox #2
This verse might present a contradiction or conflict because it talks about experiencing suffering and feeling abandoned by God. This can be confusing for people who believe in a loving and protective God, as it raises questions about why a benevolent deity would allow such intense suffering and feelings of abandonment.