Contradiction with Isaiah 44:10
Isaiah speaks critically about idolatry, aligning with Jeremiah 10:8's message, yet also emphasizes the folly of idolatry more explicitly, potentially contrasting Jeremiah 10:8's tone.
Isaiah 44:10: Who hath formed a god, or molten a graven image [that] is profitable for nothing?
Contradiction with Psalms 115:4-8
This passage criticizes the making of idols, in conflict with cultures or passages approving religious artifacts for worship.
Psalms 115:4-8: Their idols [are] silver and gold, the work of men's hands.
Paradox #1
The verse in question criticizes certain practices of idol worship. A potential contradiction or inconsistency could be the contrast between the monotheistic message emphasized by prophets like Jeremiah and the archaeological evidence which suggests that some Israelites engaged in idol worship during certain periods. This inconsistent behavior might appear contradictory to the teachings found in the Bible, which strictly promote worshiping only one God.
Paradox #2
The contradiction in Jeremiah 10:8 could lie in differing interpretations of wisdom and foolishness. Some might see a conflict between the message of rejecting false idols and the broader biblical encouragement to seek understanding and wisdom. This could lead to confusion about what true wisdom is according to different parts of the Bible.