Contradiction with Exodus 20:13
Joshua 10:19 involves killing their enemies, whereas Exodus 20:13 states "Thou shalt not kill," which seemingly contradicts permission for warfare and killing.
Exodus 20:13: Thou shalt not kill.
Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
Joshua 10:19 describes pursuing and attacking enemies, in contrast, Matthew 5:44 teaches to "Love your enemies" and "pray for those who persecute you."
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
Joshua 10:19 involves direct retribution against enemies, whereas Romans 12:19 advises "avenge not yourselves, but rather give place unto wrath."
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 Proverbs 20:22
Joshua 10:19 involves seeking vengeance by pursuing enemies, while Proverbs 20:22 advises not to "say thou, I will recompense evil" but to wait on the Lord.
Proverbs 20:22: Say not thou, I will recompense evil; [but] wait on the LORD, and he shall save thee.
Contradiction with Matthew 26:52
Joshua 10:19 describes using the sword for battle, but Matthew 26:52 warns "for all they that take the sword shall perish with the sword."
Matthew 26:52: Thinkest thou that I cannot now pray to my Father, and he shall presently give me more than twelve legions of angels?
Contradiction with 1 Thessalonians 5:15
Joshua 10:19 is about actively pursuing enemies, whereas 1 Thessalonians 5:15 teaches to "See that none render evil for evil unto any man."
1 Thessalonians 5:15: See that none render evil for evil unto any [man]; but ever follow that which is good, both among yourselves, and to all [men].
Contradiction with Luke 6:27
Joshua 10:19 discusses destroying and battling foes, as opposed to Luke 6:27, which says "do good to them which hate you."
Luke 6:27: But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you,
Paradox #1
This verse might raise questions about the morality of warfare and the treatment of enemies. It could be seen as inconsistent with teachings that emphasize mercy and forgiveness, leading to a conflict in understanding how to balance justice with compassion.