Contradiction with Proverbs 2:6
While Hosea 4:6 cites destruction due to lack of knowledge, Proverbs 2:6 affirms that the Lord gives wisdom and knowledge, suggesting it is attainable by seeking God.
Proverbs 2:6: For the LORD giveth wisdom: out of his mouth [cometh] knowledge and understanding.
Contradiction with James 1:5
Hosea 4:6 emphasizes the lack of knowledge leading to perish, whereas James 1:5 reassures that anyone who lacks wisdom should ask God, who gives generously.
James 1:5: If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all [men] liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him.
Contradiction with Proverbs 1:7
Hosea 4:6 attributes destruction to lack of knowledge, but Proverbs 1:7 states that the fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge.
Proverbs 1:7: The fear of the LORD [is] the beginning of knowledge: [but] fools despise wisdom and instruction. [the beginning: or, the principal part]
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 1:27
Hosea 4:6 speaks of destroyed people due to a lack of knowledge, while 1 Corinthians 1:27 highlights that God chooses the foolish things to shame the wise.
1 Corinthians 1:27: But God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; and God hath chosen the weak things of the world to confound the things which are mighty;
Contradiction with Matthew 11:25
Hosea 4:6 sees a lack of knowledge as a downfall, but in Matthew 11:25, God hides things from the wise and reveals them to babes, suggesting a divine purpose in who receives knowledge.
Matthew 11:25: At that time Jesus answered and said, I thank thee, O Father, Lord of heaven and earth, because thou hast hid these things from the wise and prudent, and hast revealed them unto babes.
Contradiction with Jeremiah 31:34
Hosea 4:6 discusses rejection due to lack of knowledge, whereas Jeremiah 31:34 promises a time when all will know the Lord, without needing to be taught.
Jeremiah 31:34: And they shall teach no more every man his neighbour, and every man his brother, saying, Know the LORD: for they shall all know me, from the least of them unto the greatest of them, saith the LORD: for I will forgive their iniquity, and I will remember their sin no more.
Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5-6
Hosea 4:6 points to the destructive consequence of ignorance, while Proverbs 3:5-6 advises trust in God over one's own understanding, suggesting a solution to lack.
Proverbs 3:5-6: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 8:1
Hosea 4:6 attributes demise to lack of knowledge, while 1 Corinthians 8:1 notes that knowledge can lead to arrogance, implying it doesn't automatically yield positive results.
1 Corinthians 8:1: Now as touching things offered unto idols, we know that we all have knowledge. Knowledge puffeth up, but charity edifieth.
Paradox #1
Hosea 4:6 can be seen as historically conflicting because it emphasizes the importance of knowledge and people being destroyed for lack of it. In ancient times, religious and societal systems often limited access to education and information to a select few, such as priests or leaders, rather than the general population. This verse may seem to contradict the historical reality where common people had limited access to knowledge.
Paradox #2
Hosea 4:6 points out the destruction caused by a lack of knowledge. A potential contradiction is that the Bible encourages faith over understanding in many parts, which might seem inconsistent with the idea that knowledge is crucial. This could be seen as conflicting messages about the importance of faith versus knowledge.