Contradiction with Jeremiah 17:5
This verse suggests reliance on humans and flesh, contrasting with Hosea 14:8's emphasis on God's sufficiency and provision.
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
This verse warns against relying on Egypt, representing human strength, as opposed to relying on God alone in Hosea 14:8.
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 146:3
Advises against placing trust in princes, while Hosea 14:8 emphasizes God as the source of strength and sustenance.
Psalm 146:3: Put not your trust in princes, [nor] in the son of man, in whom [there is] no help. [help: or, salvation]
Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5
Urges trust in the Lord instead of personal understanding, potentially conflicting with human reliance suggested in other parts of scripture.
Proverbs 3:5: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.
Contradiction with Jeremiah 2:13
Highlights Israel forsaking God for broken cisterns, while Hosea 14:8 speaks of God's provision of sustenance and fulfillment.
Jeremiah 2:13: For my people have committed two evils; they have forsaken me the fountain of living waters, [and] hewed them out cisterns, broken cisterns, that can hold no water.