Contradictions and Paradoxes in Joshua 10:6

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Joshua 10:6 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Joshua 10:6. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of Joshua, the people of Gibeon asked Joshua to hurry and help them because many kings were coming to fight against them. They needed Joshua's help to stay safe.

Joshua 10:6: And the men of Gibeon sent unto Joshua to the camp to Gilgal, saying, Slack not thy hand from thy servants; come up to us quickly, and save us, and help us: for all the kings of the Amorites that dwell in the mountains are gathered together against us.

Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5

Joshua 10:6 implies reliance on human strength and alliances, while Proverbs 3:5 urges trust in God alone.

Proverbs 3:5: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.

Contradiction with Psalm 20:7

Joshua 10:6 involves calling for human help for deliverance; Psalm 20:7 emphasizes trust in God's name over human forces.

Psalm 20:7: Some [trust] in chariots, and some in horses: but we will remember the name of the LORD our God.

Contradiction with Isaiah 31:1

Joshua 10:6 seeks aid from allies, contrasting with Isaiah 31:1, which warns against trusting in military alliances instead of God.

Isaiah 31:1: Woe to them that go down to Egypt for help; and stay on horses, and trust in chariots, because [they are] many; and in horsemen, because they are very strong; but they look not unto the Holy One of Israel, neither seek the LORD!

Contradiction with Zechariah 4:6

Joshua 10:6 turns to men for help, whereas Zechariah 4:6 stresses reliance on God's Spirit rather than human might or power.

Zechariah 4:6: Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This [is] the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. [might: or, army]

Contradiction with Psalm 146:3

Joshua 10:6 calls for human help, conflicting with Psalm 146:3, which advises against putting trust in human leaders.

Psalm 146:3: Put not your trust in princes, [nor] in the son of man, in whom [there is] no help. [help: or, salvation]
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