Contradictions and Paradoxes in Joshua 4:1

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Joshua 4:1 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Joshua 4:1. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book, God talked to Joshua after everyone had safely crossed the river. God wanted to give Joshua important instructions.

Joshua 4:1: And it came to pass, when all the people were clean passed over Jordan, that the LORD spake unto Joshua, saying,

Contradiction with James 1:6

This verse emphasizes having unwavering faith, while Joshua 4:1 speaks about God giving specific instructions which do not necessarily highlight an individual's faith attributes.

James 1:6: But let him ask in faith, nothing wavering. For he that wavereth is like a wave of the sea driven with the wind and tossed.

Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 3:1

This verse suggests that everything has a season or time, whereas Joshua 4:1 discusses a specific event without mentioning timing or seasons.

Ecclesiastes 3:1: To every [thing there is] a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven:

Contradiction with Matthew 5:23-24

These verses advise reconciliation with others before offering gifts to God, contrasting with the task-oriented directive in Joshua 4:1.

Matthew 5:23-24: Therefore if thou bring thy gift to the altar, and there rememberest that thy brother hath ought against thee;
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