Contradiction with Jeremiah 17:5
This verse contrasts reliance on human strength with the divine rest promised in Joshua 1:13 by highlighting a curse on those who trust in man.
Jeremiah 17:5: Thus saith the LORD; Cursed [be] the man that trusteth in man, and maketh flesh his arm, and whose heart departeth from the LORD.
Contradiction with Matthew 10:34
This verse contradicts the concept of rest and peace in Joshua 1:13 by stating that Jesus came not to bring peace but a sword.
Matthew 10:34: Think not that I am come to send peace on earth: I came not to send peace, but a sword.
Contradiction with Hebrews 4:8-9
While Joshua 1:13 discusses rest given to people, these verses suggest that if Joshua had given true rest, another day would not be spoken of, implying the earthly rest was incomplete.
Hebrews 4:8-9: For if Jesus had given them rest, then would he not afterward have spoken of another day. [Jesus: that is, Joshua]
Contradiction with Luke 12:51
Similar to Matthew 10:34, this verse contradicts the notion of peace and rest, emphasizing division rather than rest and unity.
Luke 12:51: Suppose ye that I am come to give peace on earth? I tell you, Nay; but rather division:
Contradiction with Isaiah 57:20-21
This passage depicts the wicked as being without rest, in contrast to the rest given to God’s people in Joshua 1:13.
Isaiah 57:20-21: But the wicked [are] like the troubled sea, when it cannot rest, whose waters cast up mire and dirt.