Contradiction with Romans 9:27
Hosea 2:23 speaks of a promise to include and increase Israel, but Romans 9:27 declares that only a remnant of Israel will be saved, implying a limited rather than expansive inclusion.
Romans 9:27: Esaias also crieth concerning Israel, Though the number of the children of Israel be as the sand of the sea, a remnant shall be saved:
Contradiction with Matthew 21:43
Hosea 2:23 talks about God planting Israel again, indicating belonging and favor, while Matthew 21:43 speaks of the kingdom of God being taken away from Israel and given to another nation.
Matthew 21:43: Therefore say I unto you, The kingdom of God shall be taken from you, and given to a nation bringing forth the fruits thereof.
Contradiction with Jeremiah 23:39
Hosea 2:23 indicates a promise of mercy and belonging, whereas Jeremiah 23:39 speaks of God casting off those who are disobedient, indicating rejection rather than inclusion.
Jeremiah 23:39: Therefore, behold, I, even I, will utterly forget you, and I will forsake you, and the city that I gave you and your fathers, [and cast you] out of my presence:
Contradiction with Isaiah 54:7
Hosea 2:23 speaks of God showing mercy and sowing Israel for Himself, while Isaiah 54:7 describes God forsaking Israel for a brief moment, suggesting a temporary withdrawal of mercy.
Isaiah 54:7: For a small moment have I forsaken thee; but with great mercies will I gather thee.
Paradox #1
Hosea 2:23 talks about God's promise to restore and have compassion on His people, whom He previously said were not His people. A perceived contradiction might arise when considering verses where God seems unchanging, yet here He changes His stance. This can be reconciled by understanding it as a part of God's plan of redemption and mercy rather than a literal change in nature.
Paradox #2
Hosea 2:23 speaks about God's promise to restore relationships with His people. A contradiction or inconsistency could arise when this promise is considered alongside periods in history where the Israelites faced hardships or felt abandoned, such as during exiles or persecutions. This might make it seem like the promise was not fulfilled in a straightforward way. However, interpretations often suggest these fulfillments occur over longer periods or in different forms, like spiritually rather than materially.