Contradictions and Paradoxes in Joshua 13:1

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Joshua 13:1 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Joshua 13:1. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the Book of Joshua, God is reminding Joshua that even though he is old, there is still a lot of land that needs to be taken over and settled. This means that God's work is not finished yet, and there are still important tasks to do.

Joshua 13:1: Now Joshua was old [and] stricken in years; and the LORD said unto him, Thou art old [and] stricken in years, and there remaineth yet very much land to be possessed. [to...: Heb. to possess it]

Contradiction with 1 Chronicles 29:28

Joshua 13:1 states Joshua was old, and yet there remained much land to possess, whereas 1 Chronicles 29:28 speaks of David dying in a good old age after having fully fulfilled his purpose.

1 Chronicles 29:28: And he died in a good old age, full of days, riches, and honour: and Solomon his son reigned in his stead.

Contradiction with Philippians 4:13

Joshua 13:1 suggests that there is much land left to possess despite Joshua's advanced age, while Philippians 4:13 indicates that through Christ, one can do all things regardless of age or physical limitations.

Philippians 4:13: I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.
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