Contradiction with Joshua 1:13
This verse explains that the Lord has given rest to the people, suggesting the fulfillment of rest, contradicting the implication in Hebrews 4:8 that rest is still to be entered into.
Joshua 1:13: Remember the word which Moses the servant of the LORD commanded you, saying, The LORD your God hath given you rest, and hath given you this land.
Contradiction with Joshua 21:44
It states that the Lord gave them rest all around, implying completed rest, which contradicts the suggestion in Hebrews 4:8 that another rest remains.
Joshua 21:44: And the LORD gave them rest round about, according to all that he sware unto their fathers: and there stood not a man of all their enemies before them; the LORD delivered all their enemies into their hand.
Contradiction with Joshua 23:1
Joshua acknowledges that the Lord had given rest to Israel from all their enemies, conflicting with the idea in Hebrews 4:8 of a future rest.
Joshua 23:1: And it came to pass a long time after that the LORD had given rest unto Israel from all their enemies round about, that Joshua waxed old [and] stricken in age. [stricken...: Heb. come into days]
Contradiction with Psalm 95:11
This verse indicates God swore that certain people would not enter His rest, contradicting the idea that Joshua could provide final rest in Hebrews 4:8.
Psalm 95:11: Unto whom I sware in my wrath that they should not enter into my rest. [that...: Heb. if they enter into my rest]
Paradox #1
The contradiction or inconsistency in "Hebrews 4:8" could relate to the different names used for the same person in various Bible translations or contexts. In some versions, the name Joshua is used, while in others, it might refer to Jesus. This can create confusion because both are considered different figures in the Bible. The context of rest and leadership associated with both can lead to a mix-up in understanding the passage.