Contradictions and Paradoxes in Joshua 18:8

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Joshua 18:8 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Joshua 18:8. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book, Joshua asked some men to explore the land and write down what they saw, so he could use this information to divide the land fairly among the people with God's help. This was done in a special place called Shiloh.

Joshua 18:8: And the men arose, and went away: and Joshua charged them that went to describe the land, saying, Go and walk through the land, and describe it, and come again to me, that I may here cast lots for you before the LORD in Shiloh.

Contradiction with James 1:5

While Joshua 18:8 involves human enquiry and surveying to divide the land, James 1:5 suggests seeking wisdom directly from God when lacking.

James 1:5: If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all [men] liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him.

Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5-6

This verse advises trusting in the Lord and not relying on one's own understanding, which contrasts with the self-directed survey task in Joshua 18:8.

Proverbs 3:5-6: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.

Contradiction with 2 Corinthians 5:7

Walking by faith, not by sight, is advised here, contradicting the reliance on physical surveying and mapping in Joshua 18:8.

2 Corinthians 5:7: (For we walk by faith, not by sight:)

Contradiction with Isaiah 55:8-9

It highlights God's ways and thoughts as higher than man's, while Joshua 18:8 relies on human plans and surveys.

Isaiah 55:8-9: For my thoughts [are] not your thoughts, neither [are] your ways my ways, saith the LORD.
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