Contradictions and Paradoxes in Joshua 1:2

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Joshua 1:2 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Joshua 1:2. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the writer of the Book of Joshua, God is telling Joshua that Moses has died, and now it's his turn to be brave and lead the people across the river to a new land that God has promised them. This means Joshua has an important job to help his people and trust that God will be with them.

Joshua 1:2: Moses my servant is dead; now therefore arise, go over this Jordan, thou, and all this people, unto the land which I do give to them, [even] to the children of Israel.

Contradiction with Joshua 1:9

Contradicts the idea that Moses is dead and the leadership solely depends on Joshua’s strength; emphasizes God's presence and command for courage.

Joshua 1:9: Have not I commanded thee? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the LORD thy God [is] with thee whithersoever thou goest.

Contradiction with Isaiah 43:2

Contradicts the notion of crossing Jordan as solely a task for Joshua; promises divine presence in passing through waters, suggesting it's God's action rather than man's leadership.

Isaiah 43:2: When thou passest through the waters, I [will be] with thee; and through the rivers, they shall not overflow thee: when thou walkest through the fire, thou shalt not be burned; neither shall the flame kindle upon thee.

Contradiction with Romans 8:28

Suggests that all things work together for good for those who love God, which contrasts with Moses' death being a point of sadness or a hindrance.

Romans 8:28: And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to [his] purpose.

Contradiction with Hebrews 13:5

Emphasizes God's continual presence and support, potentially contradicting the need for Joshua to feel the burden of leadership due to Moses' death.

Hebrews 13:5: [Let your] conversation [be] without covetousness; [and be] content with such things as ye have: for he hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee.

Contradiction with Deuteronomy 31:6

Even though it acknowledges Moses’ impending death, it contradicts the significance of solely grieving over Moses, emphasizing that God will not abandon them.

Deuteronomy 31:6: Be strong and of a good courage, fear not, nor be afraid of them: for the LORD thy God, he [it is] that doth go with thee; he will not fail thee, nor forsake thee.

Paradox #1

One possible contradiction is that it mentions Moses' death and God speaking directly to Joshua immediately afterward. However, other parts of the Bible suggest a 30-day mourning period for Moses, which might not align with the immediate transition described.

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