Contradiction with John 16:25
Jesus speaks in proverbs and promises to speak plainly, suggesting a difference in approach to communication compared to the multitude of visions and similitudes mentioned in Hosea 12:10.
John 16:25: These things have I spoken unto you in proverbs: but the time cometh, when I shall no more speak unto you in proverbs, but I shall shew you plainly of the Father. [proverbs: or, parables]
Contradiction with Numbers 12:6-8
God speaks directly and clearly to Moses, unlike the visions and similitudes described in Hosea 12:10.
Numbers 12:6-8: And he said, Hear now my words: If there be a prophet among you, [I] the LORD will make myself known unto him in a vision, [and] will speak unto him in a dream.
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 13:12
This verse describes seeing through a glass, darkly, as opposed to the clarity implied in Hosea 12:10.
1 Corinthians 13:12: For now we see through a glass, darkly; but then face to face: now I know in part; but then shall I know even as also I am known. [darkly: Gr. in a riddle]
Contradiction with Hebrews 1:1-2
Contrasts the past method of communication through prophets with the direct communication through Jesus.
Hebrews 1:1-2: God, who at sundry times and in divers manners spake in time past unto the fathers by the prophets,
Contradiction with Jeremiah 23:28
Speaks about the prophet who has a dream telling it as a dream, contrasting with the visions and similitudes in Hosea 12:10.
Jeremiah 23:28: The prophet that hath a dream, let him tell a dream; and he that hath my word, let him speak my word faithfully. What [is] the chaff to the wheat? saith the LORD. [that hath a dream: Heb. with whom is, etc]
Paradox #1
Some people might see a contradiction because the verse talks about God speaking through prophets using many symbols and visions. This could be seen as inconsistent with the idea that the Bible presents clear and direct messages. If symbols and visions are used, it might make understanding God's message more complicated or open to different interpretations. However, this conflict often depends on how individuals view the nature of divine communication.
Paradox #2
The verse in question mentions God using prophets to deliver messages through visions and symbols. Some might argue there is a contradiction or inconsistency in the Bible regarding how often or in what manner God communicates through prophets versus other methods, such as direct speech or written messages. There's also debate about the clarity or interpretation of these symbols and visions, which can lead to different understandings or conflicts in interpretation among various religious groups.