Contradiction with Exodus 15:3
This verse describes the Lord as a man of war, which contrasts with the multitude of forces described in Joshua 11:4 relying on human strength.
Exodus 15:3: The LORD [is] a man of war: the LORD [is] his name.
Contradiction with Zechariah 4:6
It indicates that victory comes not by might nor by power, but by God's spirit, contrasting with Joshua 11:4 where there is reliance on a large army.
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 1 Samuel 17:47
The verse emphasizes that the battle is the Lord's, contradicting the emphasis on physical numbers and forces in Joshua 11:4.
1 Samuel 17:47: And all this assembly shall know that the LORD saveth not with sword and spear: for the battle [is] the LORD'S, and he will give you into our hands.
Contradiction with Psalm 33:16
It states that a king is not saved by the size of his army, contrasting with the focus on the multitude of warriors in Joshua 11:4.
Psalm 33:16: There is no king saved by the multitude of an host: a mighty man is not delivered by much strength.
Contradiction with Proverbs 21:31
Suggests that while preparation for battle is important, victory comes from the Lord, contradicting the reliance on numbers in Joshua 11:4.
Proverbs 21:31: The horse [is] prepared against the day of battle: but safety [is] of the LORD. [safety: or, victory]
Contradiction with Deuteronomy 20:1
Encourages not to be afraid of large armies, focusing on God's presence, which contrasts with the multitude of forces in Joshua 11:4.
Deuteronomy 20:1: When thou goest out to battle against thine enemies, and seest horses, and chariots, [and] a people more than thou, be not afraid of them: for the LORD thy God [is] with thee, which brought thee up out of the land of Egypt.
Contradiction with Isaiah 31:1
Warns against relying on horses and chariots rather than God, which is contrary to the human reliance seen in Joshua 11:4.
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!
Paradox #1
The potential scientific conflict in the context of "Joshua 11:4" might be related to the depiction of very large numbers of horses and chariots used in battle. Historically, the availability of resources such as horses, chariots, and the infrastructure to support such large armies could be questioned, as the logistical and economic capabilities of ancient populations might not have supported these numbers as described.