Contradictions and Paradoxes in Exodus 17:10

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Exodus 17:10 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Exodus 17:10. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of Exodus, Joshua listened to Moses and went to fight the Amalek people, while Moses, Aaron, and Hur climbed a hill to help them in a special way. This story teaches that working together and listening to each other is important.

Exodus 17:10: So Joshua did as Moses had said to him, and fought with Amalek: and Moses, Aaron, and Hur went up to the top of the hill.

Contradiction with Joshua 1:1

In Joshua 1:1, Joshua is taking leadership after Moses, suggesting a different leadership continuity compared to the specific battle instance in Exodus 17:10.

Joshua 1:1: Now after the death of Moses the servant of the LORD it came to pass, that the LORD spake unto Joshua the son of Nun, Moses' minister, saying,

Contradiction with Numbers 20:12

In Numbers 20:12, Moses is told he will not lead the Israelites into the Promised Land due to disobedience, contrasting with his role as leader in the battle context of Exodus 17:10.

Numbers 20:12: And the LORD spake unto Moses and Aaron, Because ye believed me not, to sanctify me in the eyes of the children of Israel, therefore ye shall not bring this congregation into the land which I have given them.

Contradiction with Exodus 14:14

In Exodus 14:14, the emphasis is on the Lord fighting for the Israelites, whereas in Exodus 17:10, the Israelites actively engage in battle under Joshua’s leadership.

Exodus 14:14: The LORD shall fight for you, and ye shall hold your peace.

Contradiction with Deuteronomy 34:9

Deuteronomy 34:9 talks about Joshua being filled with the spirit of wisdom because Moses laid hands on him, indicating a transition of leadership powers, unlike the specific instance of shared leadership in battle seen in Exodus 17:10.

Deuteronomy 34:9: And Joshua the son of Nun was full of the spirit of wisdom; for Moses had laid his hands upon him: and the children of Israel hearkened unto him, and did as the LORD commanded Moses.
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