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What does the Bible say about the meaning of Christ's cry, 'My God, my God, why hast thou forsaken me?'?

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This cry signifies Christ's fulfillment of Scripture and the anguish of being forsaken as He bore the weight of our sins.

The cry of Jesus, 'My God, my God, why hast thou forsaken me?' (Matthew 27:46) is a direct reference to Psalm 22:1, signaling the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecy. It expresses the depth of His suffering and signifies the moment when God poured out His wrath upon Him for our sins. This was not just a moment of despair but a declaration that He was bearing the punishment due for sin, fulfilling all that was required for our redemption. Jesus, fully aware of His mission, voiced this to ensure we understand the weight of our sins and the great cost of our salvation.
Scripture References: Matthew 27:46, Psalm 22:1

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