Contradiction with Psalms 139:8
This verse states that God is present even in the depths, implying no separation from God there, which contradicts Psalms 88:6's depiction of being isolated in the depths.
Psalms 139:8: If I ascend up into heaven, thou [art] there: if I make my bed in hell, behold, thou [art there].
Contradiction with Romans 8:38-39
These verses assure that nothing, including life or death, can separate us from God's love, contrary to the feeling of abandonment expressed in Psalms 88:6.
Romans 8:38-39: For I am persuaded, that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor powers, nor things present, nor things to come,
Contradiction with Psalm 23:4
This verse speaks of God's comforting presence even in the darkest valleys, whereas Psalms 88:6 describes being in the depths without mention of God's comfort.
Psalm 23:4: Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou [art] with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.
Contradiction with Isaiah 43:2
It promises God's presence and protection through deep waters, contrasting with the desolation in Psalms 88:6.
Isaiah 43:2: When thou passest through the waters, I [will be] with thee; and through the rivers, they shall not overflow thee: when thou walkest through the fire, thou shalt not be burned; neither shall the flame kindle upon thee.
Contradiction with Hebrews 13:5
This verse assures that God will never forsake or abandon us, contradicting the sense of abandonment in Psalms 88:6.
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 Deuteronomy 31:6
This verse promises God's constant companionship and strength, contradicting the isolation felt in Psalms 88:6.
Deuteronomy 31:6: Be strong and of a good courage, fear not, nor be afraid of them: for the LORD thy God, he [it is] that doth go with thee; he will not fail thee, nor forsake thee.
Contradiction with Matthew 28:20
Jesus promises His continual presence with believers, contrasting with the feeling of being cut off in Psalms 88:6.
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.
Paradox #1
Psalms 88:6 can be interpreted as showing a bleak or hopeless perspective, which might seem inconsistent with other parts of the Bible that emphasize hope, redemption, and God's constant presence. This apparent contradiction raises questions about how suffering and despair are understood within the broader message of faith and divine support.