Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
This verse advises to love your enemies, which contrasts with the strategy in Joshua 10:18 of trapping and dealing harshly with enemies.
Matthew 5:44: But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;
Contradiction with Romans 12:19
This verse encourages leaving vengeance to God, contrasting with the active pursuit of enemies seen in Joshua 10:18.
Romans 12:19: Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but [rather] give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance [is] mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.
Contradiction with Luke 6:27
Encourages doing good to those who hate you, which contradicts the actions described in Joshua 10:18.
Luke 6:27: But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you,
Contradiction with Proverbs 25:21-22
Advises feeding your enemy if they are hungry, contrasting the approach of conflict in Joshua 10:18.
Proverbs 25:21-22: If thine enemy be hungry, give him bread to eat; and if he be thirsty, give him water to drink:
Contradiction with Exodus 23:4
Instructs to return your enemy's stray animal if found, showing kindness contrary to the treatment in Joshua 10:18.
Exodus 23:4: If thou meet thine enemy's ox or his ass going astray, thou shalt surely bring it back to him again.
Paradox #1
Joshua 10:18 talks about placing large stones over the mouth of a cave to trap enemy kings. The contradiction might be seen in the context of mercy and justice. While some parts of the Bible emphasize mercy and forgiveness, this action reflects a lack of mercy and a focus on harsh justice, possibly conflicting with the broader message of loving and forgiving enemies.