Contradiction with Romans 11:1
Hosea 8:8 suggests Israel is scattered and consumed among the nations, while Romans 11:1 states God has not cast away His people, indicating a continued relationship.
Romans 11:1: I say then, Hath God cast away his people? God forbid. For I also am an Israelite, of the seed of Abraham, [of] the tribe of Benjamin.
Contradiction with Isaiah 49:15
Hosea 8:8 implies a rejection and loss of Israel, but Isaiah 49:15 assures that God will never forget or forsake His people like a mother cannot forget her child.
Isaiah 49:15: Can a woman forget her sucking child, that she should not have compassion on the son of her womb? yea, they may forget, yet will I not forget thee. [that...: Heb. from having compassion]
Contradiction with Jeremiah 31:37
Hosea 8:8 indicates an end to Israel's distinctness, whereas Jeremiah 31:37 affirms that Israel will remain a nation before God forever.
Jeremiah 31:37: Thus saith the LORD; If heaven above can be measured, and the foundations of the earth searched out beneath, I will also cast off all the seed of Israel for all that they have done, saith the LORD.
Contradiction with Matthew 15:24
Hosea 8:8 suggests Israel is consumed among the nations, yet in Matthew 15:24, Jesus states His mission is directed to the lost sheep of Israel, indicating their continued importance.
Matthew 15:24: But he answered and said, I am not sent but unto the lost sheep of the house of Israel.
Contradiction with Romans 11:26
Hosea 8:8 speaks of Israel being scattered, but Romans 11:26 predicts all Israel will be saved, emphasizing future redemption and restoration.
Romans 11:26: And so all Israel shall be saved: as it is written, There shall come out of Sion the Deliverer, and shall turn away ungodliness from Jacob:
Paradox #1
Hosea 8:8 mentions Israel being among the nations, indicating a loss of identity or consequence due to their actions. A theological conflict could arise when comparing this with the idea of Israel being chosen and set apart by God. The contradiction might be seen in the tension between being special or set apart versus being scattered or lost among other nations.
Paradox #2
The verse discusses the consequences faced by Israel for their actions. The potential contradiction could lie in the balance between divine justice and mercy. It raises questions about how punishment and forgiveness are applied, and why suffering is allowed if mercy is also a key attribute. This can be seen as inconsistent when considering other parts of the Bible that emphasize forgiveness and redemption.