Contradictions and Paradoxes in Joshua 11:7

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Joshua 11:7 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Joshua 11:7. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to traditional Christian understanding, this verse shows that Joshua, a leader chosen by God, quickly led his army to surprise their enemies near the waters of Merom. It teaches that Joshua trusted and obeyed God, and with God’s help, he could win battles.

Joshua 11:7: So Joshua came, and all the people of war with him, against them by the waters of Merom suddenly; and they fell upon them.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:9

This verse emphasizes peacemaking, contrasting with the warfare described in Joshua 11:7.

Matthew 5:9: Blessed [are] the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God.

Contradiction with Romans 12:18

This verse advises living peaceably with all men, which contradicts the aggressive military action in Joshua 11:7.

Romans 12:18: If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men.

Contradiction with Exodus 20:13

The commandment "Thou shalt not kill" contrasts with the battle and killing in Joshua 11:7.

Exodus 20:13: Thou shalt not kill.

Contradiction with Matthew 26:52

This verse warns against taking up the sword, contradicting the warfare seen in Joshua 11:7.

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 Isaiah 2:4

This verse envisions a future of peace and no war, which is opposite of the battle in Joshua 11:7.

Isaiah 2:4: And he shall judge among the nations, and shall rebuke many people: and they shall beat their swords into plowshares, and their spears into pruninghooks: nation shall not lift up sword against nation, neither shall they learn war any more. [pruninghooks: or, scythes]

Paradox #1

The potential contradiction in Joshua 11:7 could be the concept of divinely sanctioned violence. On one hand, moral teachings often emphasize compassion, mercy, and peaceful resolution of conflicts. On the other hand, this verse involves acts of warfare commanded by God, which might seem inconsistent with the idea of a benevolent and loving deity. This tension between violence and ethics is what some might see as a moral conflict.

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