Contradiction with Psalm 20:7
Contrasts trusting in military strength versus Hosea 14:3's call to rely solely on God rather than foreign powers or idols.
Psalm 20:7: Some [trust] in chariots, and some in horses: but we will remember the name of the LORD our God.
Contradiction with Jeremiah 17:5
Highlights the curse of trusting in man, while Hosea 14:3 indicates Israel's previous reliance on foreign alliances instead of God.
Jeremiah 17:5: Thus saith the LORD; Cursed [be] the man that trusteth in man, and maketh flesh his arm, and whose heart departeth from the LORD.
Contradiction with Isaiah 31:1
Criticizes seeking help from Egypt, similar to how Hosea 14:3 shows the futility of seeking salvation from Assyria.
Isaiah 31:1: Woe to them that go down to Egypt for help; and stay on horses, and trust in chariots, because [they are] many; and in horsemen, because they are very strong; but they look not unto the Holy One of Israel, neither seek the LORD!
Contradiction with Psalm 44:6-7
Emphasizes not trusting in weapons, which aligns with the rejection of Assyrian strength in Hosea 14:3.
Psalm 44:6-7: For I will not trust in my bow, neither shall my sword save me.
Contradiction with 2 Kings 18:21
Describes the unreliability of Egyptian support, reflecting the same reliance Israel placed on foreign powers in Hosea 14:3.
2 Kings 18:21: Now, behold, thou trustest upon the staff of this bruised reed, [even] upon Egypt, on which if a man lean, it will go into his hand, and pierce it: so [is] Pharaoh king of Egypt unto all that trust on him. [trustest: Heb. trustest thee]
Paradox #1
Hosea 14:3 might seem to present a contradiction if one interprets it as relying solely on human efforts or external alliances (like other nations or idols) for salvation, while other parts of the Bible emphasize that salvation and help should primarily come from God. This could seem inconsistent with the idea that God alone is the ultimate source of aid and redemption.
Paradox #2
Hosea 14:3 suggests a reliance on divine help rather than on earthly powers or idols. The potential moral conflict here could be that while it encourages trusting in God, it might seem to downplay the value of human efforts and responsibilities in addressing problems. For some, this could appear to conflict with the belief in using one's abilities and resources effectively.