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# Psalm 22 General Notes
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### Type of psalm
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Psalm 22 is a messianic psalm. It contains references to events during the crucifixion of Christ. It is also a psalm of individual lament and praise.
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### Special concepts in this chapter
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#### Messiah
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Christ was despised and taunted by his enemies; but finally people all over the earth will bow down to him.
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#### New Testament usage
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This psalm is quoted in different places in the New Testament. Verse 1a is cited in Matthew 27:46 and Mark 15:34 as the words of Christ on the cross. Many of the events in the narratives of the crucifixion are mentioned in this psalm.
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