Contradictions and Paradoxes in Joshua 12:21

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Joshua 12:21 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Joshua 12:21. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the Book of Joshua, this verse talks about two kings that were defeated as God's people entered the Promised Land. It's like saying there were two important leaders in different places, and they were both stopped as part of a big plan.

Joshua 12:21: The king of Taanach, one; the king of Megiddo, one;

Contradiction with Genesis 1:31

Joshua 12:21 lists kings defeated, implying conflict is part of creation, while Genesis 1:31 states that everything was "very good," suggesting harmony and no conflict.

Genesis 1:31: And God saw every thing that he had made, and, behold, [it was] very good. And the evening and the morning were the sixth day. [And the evening...: Heb. And the evening was, and the morning was etc.]

Contradiction with Isaiah 2:4

Joshua 12:21 reflects war and conquest, whereas Isaiah 2:4 envisions a time when nations will not train for war and swords are turned into plowshares.

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]

Contradiction with Matthew 5:9

Joshua 12:21 involves warfare, but Matthew 5:9 praises peacemakers, suggesting a preference for peace over conflict.

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

Contradiction with Romans 12:17-18

Joshua 12:21 involves conquest and battle, while Romans 12:17-18 instructs believers to live peaceably with all men and not repay evil for evil.

Romans 12:17-18: Recompense to no man evil for evil. Provide things honest in the sight of all men.
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