Contradiction with Exodus 23:9
This verse instructs showing kindness to strangers, which contrasts with the pursuit of the spies in Joshua 2:7.
Exodus 23:9: Also thou shalt not oppress a stranger: for ye know the heart of a stranger, seeing ye were strangers in the land of Egypt. [heart: Heb. soul]
Contradiction with Leviticus 19:34
It emphasizes treating strangers as native-born, a contradiction to the hostile chase in Joshua 2:7.
Leviticus 19:34: [But] the stranger that dwelleth with you shall be unto you as one born among you, and thou shalt love him as thyself; for ye were strangers in the land of Egypt: I [am] the LORD your God.
Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
This verse teaches to love and pray for enemies, differing from the adversarial encounter in Joshua 2:7.
Matthew 5:44: But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;
Contradiction with Romans 12:20
It advises giving food and drink to enemies, opposing the pursuit in Joshua 2:7.
Romans 12:20: Therefore if thine enemy hunger, feed him; if he thirst, give him drink: for in so doing thou shalt heap coals of fire on his head.
Contradiction with Proverbs 25:21-22
These verses suggest kindness to enemies as a way to overcome evil, which contrasts with the action in Joshua 2:7.
Proverbs 25:21-22: If thine enemy be hungry, give him bread to eat; and if he be thirsty, give him water to drink:
Contradiction with Hebrews 13:2
Encourages hospitality to strangers, unlike the hostile pursuit in Joshua 2:7.
Hebrews 13:2: Be not forgetful to entertain strangers: for thereby some have entertained angels unawares.
Contradiction with Romans 14:19
Advocates for pursuits that lead to peace, differing from the pursuit in Joshua 2:7.
Romans 14:19: Let us therefore follow after the things which make for peace, and things wherewith one may edify another.
Paradox #1
Joshua 2:7 describes a situation where deception is used for a greater good. The contradiction here could be the conflict between the act of lying and the positive outcome it produces. In many belief systems, lying is considered wrong, but in this case, it is used to protect others. This raises questions about whether ends justify the means and if it's acceptable to break a moral rule for a beneficial purpose.