Contradiction with James 1:8
This verse describes a double-minded man as unstable, while Hosea 7:8 implies being mixed or not fully committed, yet without the notion of instability.
James 1:8: A double minded man [is] unstable in all his ways.
Contradiction with Revelation 3:16
This verse condemns lukewarmness, suggesting rejection, whereas Hosea 7:8 describes being mingled, implying a state rather than direct condemnation.
Revelation 3:16: So then because thou art lukewarm, and neither cold nor hot, I will spue thee out of my mouth.
Contradiction with Matthew 6:24
This verse states that no man can serve two masters, indicating impossibility, whereas Hosea 7:8 acknowledges the condition of being mixed.
Matthew 6:24: No man can serve two masters: for either he will hate the one, and love the other; or else he will hold to the one, and despise the other. Ye cannot serve God and mammon.
Contradiction with 2 Corinthians 6:14
This verse instructs not to be unequally yoked with unbelievers, implying separation, contrasting Hosea 7:8's notion of mingling with others.
2 Corinthians 6:14: Be ye not unequally yoked together with unbelievers: for what fellowship hath righteousness with unrighteousness? and what communion hath light with darkness?
Paradox #1
Hosea 7:8 talks about a nation mixing with others and losing its distinctiveness or identity. The contradiction here could be the tension between being part of a global community (embracing diversity) and maintaining cultural or religious identity. This can create a conflict where being open to others might be seen as losing one's own values or traditions.