Contradictions and Paradoxes in Joshua 17:16

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Joshua 17:16 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Joshua 17:16. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of Joshua, the children of Joseph felt that they didn't have enough land in the hills and were worried because their neighbors, the Canaanites, had strong iron chariots. They were concerned about living safely in an area where there were powerful people.

Joshua 17:16: And the children of Joseph said, The hill is not enough for us: and all the Canaanites that dwell in the land of the valley have chariots of iron, [both they] who [are] of Bethshean and her towns, and [they] who [are] of the valley of Jezreel.

Contradiction with Joshua 17:18

This verse contradicts verse 16 by suggesting that they have the power to clear the land of the Canaanites despite their iron chariots and strength.

Joshua 17:18: But the mountain shall be thine; for it [is] a wood, and thou shalt cut it down: and the outgoings of it shall be thine: for thou shalt drive out the Canaanites, though they have iron chariots, [and] though they [be] strong.

Paradox #1

The contradiction in this verse could be seen in how the Israelites are instructed to deal with the people living in the land they are to possess. It may appear inconsistent with other biblical teachings about loving one's neighbor, as it involves taking land from others. This reflects a tension between the directives given to the Israelites and broader moral principles like compassion and coexistence.

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