Contradiction with Joshua 14:4
This verse explains that the children of Joseph formed two tribes, Manasseh and Ephraim, suggesting a clear division of land, whereas Joshua 16:9 mentions separate cities within another tribe, which implies shared land.
Joshua 14:4: For the children of Joseph were two tribes, Manasseh and Ephraim: therefore they gave no part unto the Levites in the land, save cities to dwell [in], with their suburbs for their cattle and for their substance.
Contradiction with Numbers 26:52-56
These verses emphasize that land should be distributed solely by casting lots for each tribe, potentially contradicting Joshua 16:9 where cities within Ephraim's inheritance are among the inheritance of another tribe.
Numbers 26:52-56: And the LORD spake unto Moses, saying,
Contradiction with Deuteronomy 10:9
This verse states that the Levites had no land inheritance, highlighting consistency in land allocations which seems contrary to Ephraim having cities within another tribe’s territory as in Joshua 16:9.
Deuteronomy 10:9: Wherefore Levi hath no part nor inheritance with his brethren; the LORD [is] his inheritance, according as the LORD thy God promised him.
Contradiction with Judges 1:29
This verse mentions Ephraim's inability to drive out the Canaanites fully, suggesting a lack of full control over their own territories, contrary to the orderly allocation in Joshua 16:9.
Judges 1:29: Neither did Ephraim drive out the Canaanites that dwelt in Gezer; but the Canaanites dwelt in Gezer among them.
Contradiction with Joshua 15:63
This verse talks about Judah not being able to drive out the Jebusites, contrasting with the peaceful integration of cities mentioned in Joshua 16:9, suggesting differing degrees of control over allocated territories.
Joshua 15:63: As for the Jebusites the inhabitants of Jerusalem, the children of Judah could not drive them out: but the Jebusites dwell with the children of Judah at Jerusalem unto this day.