Contradictions and Paradoxes in Joshua 18:27

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Joshua 18:27 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Joshua 18:27. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the Book of Joshua, this verse is listing some of the places that belonged to the tribe of Benjamin. The names are towns or areas that were part of the land given to them.

Joshua 18:27: And Rekem, and Irpeel, and Taralah,

Contradiction with Proverbs 24:3-4

This passage encourages wisdom and understanding to establish a house, whereas Joshua 18:27 deals with territorial distribution, not wisdom-based construction.

Proverbs 24:3-4: Through wisdom is an house builded; and by understanding it is established:

Contradiction with Matthew 5:9

This verse blesses peacemakers, while Joshua 18:27 talks about dividing lands, which often led to disputes and conflicts.

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

Contradiction with James 3:17-18

Emphasizes purity, peace, and the fruits of righteousness, contrasting with the allocation and potential strife seen in Joshua 18:27.

James 3:17-18: But the wisdom that is from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, [and] easy to be intreated, full of mercy and good fruits, without partiality, and without hypocrisy. [partiality: or, wrangling]

Contradiction with Hebrews 12:14

Calls for peace with all men, contradicting the division of lands that often caused tribal conflict as depicted in Joshua 18:27.

Hebrews 12:14: Follow peace with all [men], and holiness, without which no man shall see the Lord:
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