Contradictions and Paradoxes in Deuteronomy 31:23

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Deuteronomy 31:23 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Deuteronomy 31:23. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Moses, God told Joshua to be brave and strong because he would lead the people of Israel to a special land that God promised to them, and God promised to be with Joshua the whole time.

Deuteronomy 31:23: And he gave Joshua the son of Nun a charge, and said, Be strong and of a good courage: for thou shalt bring the children of Israel into the land which I sware unto them: and I will be with thee.

Contradiction with Exodus 4:10

Moses expresses his doubts and fears about his speaking abilities, contrasting with the call for strength and courage.

Exodus 4:10: And Moses said unto the LORD, O my Lord, I [am] not eloquent, neither heretofore, nor since thou hast spoken unto thy servant: but I [am] slow of speech, and of a slow tongue. [eloquent: Heb. a man of words] [heretofore: Heb. since yesterday, nor since the third day]

Contradiction with Numbers 13:31

The spies bring a report showing fear and lack of trust in God's promise, contrary to the courage urged in Joshua's leadership.

Numbers 13:31: But the men that went up with him said, We be not able to go up against the people; for they [are] stronger than we.

Contradiction with Matthew 26:56

The disciples forsake Jesus and flee, highlighting human fear and abandonment, a contrast to Joshua's charge for strength.

Matthew 26:56: And they that had laid hold on Jesus led [him] away to Caiaphas the high priest, where the scribes and the elders were assembled.

Contradiction with Judges 6:15

Gideon expresses doubt and inadequacy, in contrast to the encouragement for strength given to Joshua.

Judges 6:15: And he said unto him, Oh my Lord, wherewith shall I save Israel? behold, my family [is] poor in Manasseh, and I [am] the least in my father's house. [my family...: Heb. my thousand is the meanest]

Contradiction with Jeremiah 1:6

Jeremiah's initial reluctance and fear contradict the courage and strength encouraged in Deuteronomy 31:23.

Jeremiah 1:6: Then said I, Ah, Lord GOD! behold, I cannot speak: for I [am] a child.

Contradiction with Jonah 1:3

Jonah's attempt to flee from God's command contrasts with the courage and obedience expected of Joshua.

Jonah 1:3: But Jonah rose up to flee unto Tarshish from the presence of the LORD, and went down to Joppa; and he found a ship going to Tarshish: so he paid the fare thereof, and went down into it, to go with them unto Tarshish from the presence of the LORD.
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