Contradictions and Paradoxes in Joshua 10:22

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Joshua 10:22 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Joshua 10:22. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the book of Joshua, Joshua asked his men to open the cave and bring out the five kings hiding inside. This shows that God's leader, Joshua, was brave and making sure everyone followed God's plan.

Joshua 10:22: Then said Joshua, Open the mouth of the cave, and bring out those five kings unto me out of the cave.

Contradiction with Exodus 14:14

Contradicts Joshua 10:22 as it emphasizes that the Lord will fight for Israel, requiring them to be still, whereas in Joshua, human action is involved.

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

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Contradicts Joshua 10:22 where there is an enemy approach through violence, while Matthew advises love and prayer for 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

Contradicts Joshua 10:22 by instructing believers never to take revenge themselves, but to leave room for God's 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 Luke 6:27

Contradicts Joshua 10:22 by instructing to love your enemies, contrary to the aggressive tactics in Joshua.

Luke 6:27: But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you,

Contradiction with Proverbs 20:22

Contradicts Joshua 10:22 by advising not to say "I'll pay you back for this wrong" but to wait for the Lord's deliverance instead of engaging in battle.

Proverbs 20:22: Say not thou, I will recompense evil; [but] wait on the LORD, and he shall save thee.
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