Contradiction with Exodus 20:3
This verse commands to have no other gods, contradicting the perceived breach of loyalty and establishment of another altar in Joshua 22:11, which might be seen as a form of idolatry.
Exodus 20:3: Thou shalt have no other gods before me.
Contradiction with Deuteronomy 12:13-14
These verses instruct where sacrifices should be offered, contradicting the building of an altar in Joshua 22:11 that could imply unauthorized sacrifice.
Deuteronomy 12:13-14: Take heed to thyself that thou offer not thy burnt offerings in every place that thou seest:
Contradiction with Leviticus 17:8-9
These verses state that offerings must be brought to the official tent of meeting, contradicting the action in Joshua 22:11 of setting up a separate altar.
Leviticus 17:8-9: And thou shalt say unto them, Whatsoever man [there be] of the house of Israel, or of the strangers which sojourn among you, that offereth a burnt offering or sacrifice,
Contradiction with Deuteronomy 12:5-6
These verses indicate that sacrifices must be brought to the place God chooses, which may contradict setting up a new altar in Joshua 22:11.
Deuteronomy 12:5-6: But unto the place which the LORD your God shall choose out of all your tribes to put his name there, [even] unto his habitation shall ye seek, and thither thou shalt come:
Contradiction with Deuteronomy 12:10-11
These verses emphasize the designated place of worship chosen by God, questioning the legitimacy of the altar built in Joshua 22:11.
Deuteronomy 12:10-11: But [when] ye go over Jordan, and dwell in the land which the LORD your God giveth you to inherit, and [when] he giveth you rest from all your enemies round about, so that ye dwell in safety;
Contradiction with Numbers 18:7
This verse emphasizes specific duties and locations for sacrifices, potentially contradicting the construction of another altar in Joshua 22:11.
Numbers 18:7: Therefore thou and thy sons with thee shall keep your priest's office for every thing of the altar, and within the vail; and ye shall serve: I have given your priest's office [unto you] as a service of gift: and the stranger that cometh nigh shall be put to death.
Contradiction with Joshua 8:30-31
These verses describe Joshua building an altar on Mount Ebal as commanded by Moses, which could contradict the unauthorized altar construction in Joshua 22:11 if it wasn't divinely commanded.
Joshua 8:30-31: Then Joshua built an altar unto the LORD God of Israel in mount Ebal,
Paradox #1
The potential contradiction surrounding Joshua 22:11 could involve the misunderstanding or misinterpretation of actions taken by the tribes, leading to conflict with other Israelites. This verse relates to an event where some Israelites thought there was a rebellion against God's prescribed worship practices, threatening unity among the tribes. This emphasizes themes like proper worship and unity within the faith community, which, if misunderstood, could lead to conflicts or accusations based on assumptions rather than understanding.