Contradictions and Paradoxes in Joel 2:7

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Joel 2:7 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Joel 2:7. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Joel, this verse talks about strong and brave people who move like soldiers, all working together in perfect order. It shows how powerful and organized they are, like a team that never makes mistakes.

Joel 2:7: They shall run like mighty men; they shall climb the wall like men of war; and they shall march every one on his ways, and they shall not break their ranks:

Contradiction with Isaiah 2:4

Joel 2:7 describes a warlike approach, while Isaiah 2:4 speaks of beating swords into plowshares, symbolizing peace.

Isaiah 2:4: And he shall judge among the nations, and shall rebuke many people: and they shall beat their swords into plowshares, and their spears into pruninghooks: nation shall not lift up sword against nation, neither shall they learn war any more. [pruninghooks: or, scythes]

Contradiction with Romans 12:18

Joel 2:7 depicts a controlled military force, whereas Romans 12:18 encourages living peaceably with all.

Romans 12:18: If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:9

Joel 2:7 highlights disciplined warriors, while Matthew 5:9 calls blessed the peacemakers, contrasting aggression with peacebuilding.

Matthew 5:9: Blessed [are] the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God.

Contradiction with Exodus 14:14

Joel 2:7 shows active military preparation, yet Exodus 14:14 tells that the Lord shall fight while people hold their peace.

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

Contradiction with James 3:17

Joel 2:7 depicts warriors executing strict commands, whereas James 3:17 describes wisdom from above as peaceable and gentle.

James 3:17: But the wisdom that is from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, [and] easy to be intreated, full of mercy and good fruits, without partiality, and without hypocrisy. [partiality: or, wrangling]
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