Contradictions and Paradoxes in Joshua 20:8

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Joshua 20:8 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Joshua 20:8. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the Christian understanding, this verse tells us that God told the people to pick special safe places where someone could go if they accidentally hurt someone. These places were chosen so everyone had a place to be safe and cared for, no matter where they lived.

Joshua 20:8: And on the other side Jordan by Jericho eastward, they assigned Bezer in the wilderness upon the plain out of the tribe of Reuben, and Ramoth in Gilead out of the tribe of Gad, and Golan in Bashan out of the tribe of Manasseh.

Contradiction with Deuteronomy 19:2-3

Joshua 20:8 discusses designating cities for refuge on the east side of Jordan, while Deuteronomy 19:2-3 speaks about cities of refuge but with different geographical details, which may seem to contradict the specific locations mentioned.

Deuteronomy 19:2-3: Thou shalt separate three cities for thee in the midst of thy land, which the LORD thy God giveth thee to possess it.

Contradiction with Numbers 35:13-14

This verse commands establishing six cities of refuge, three on each side of Jordan, whereas Joshua 20:8 mentions cities specifically on the east side, potentially leading to confusion about the distribution.

Numbers 35:13-14: And of these cities which ye shall give six cities shall ye have for refuge.

Contradiction with Exodus 21:13

Describes a God-appointed place for a manslayer to flee, which differs in detail and context from the cities of refuge described in Joshua 20:8, potentially leading to a perceived contradiction in specific arrangements.

Exodus 21:13: And if a man lie not in wait, but God deliver [him] into his hand; then I will appoint thee a place whither he shall flee.

Contradiction with Numbers 35:9-12

Outlines the establishment of cities of refuge but provides varied context, procedures, or separate emphasis compared to Joshua 20:8, creating a potential contradiction in the implementation or understanding of such cities.

Numbers 35:9-12: And the LORD spake unto Moses, saying,
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