Contradictions and Paradoxes in Joshua 19:13

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Joshua 19:13 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Joshua 19:13. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of Joshua, this verse is describing the borders of the land given to one of the tribes of Israel. It tells us which places belong to their land, kind of like drawing lines on a map to show what is theirs.

Joshua 19:13: And from thence passeth on along on the east to Gittahhepher, to Ittahkazin, and goeth out to Remmonmethoar to Neah; [methoar: or, which is drawn]

Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5

Joshua 19:13 provides detailed geographic boundaries and instructions, demonstrating reliance on specific knowledge, whereas Proverbs 3:5 advises trusting in the Lord over one's own understanding.

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

Contradiction with Isaiah 55:8-9

Joshua 19:13 gives precise human plans for land allocation, contrasting with the idea in Isaiah 55:8-9 that God's ways and thoughts are higher than human plans and understanding.

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

Contradiction with Mark 16:15

Joshua 19:13 focuses on the physical distribution of land among tribes, while Mark 16:15 emphasizes spreading the Gospel to all creation instead of dwelling on earthly inheritances.

Mark 16:15: And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature.

Contradiction with Matthew 6:19

Joshua 19:13 deals with the allocation of earthly possessions, whereas Matthew 6:19 advises against storing treasures on earth, suggesting a focus away from physical territories.

Matthew 6:19: Lay not up for yourselves treasures upon earth, where moth and rust doth corrupt, and where thieves break through and steal:

Contradiction with John 18:36

Joshua 19:13 describes territorial claims and kingdoms of this world, contrasting with John 18:36, where Jesus states His kingdom is not of this world, indicating a spiritual rather than physical focus.

John 18:36: Jesus answered, My kingdom is not of this world: if my kingdom were of this world, then would my servants fight, that I should not be delivered to the Jews: but now is my kingdom not from hence.
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