Contradiction with Exodus 20:15
This verse states, "Thou shalt not steal." In contrast to Joshua 6:19, which commands the taking of spoils.
Exodus 20:15: Thou shalt not steal.
Contradiction with Matthew 6:19-20
These verses advise against storing earthly treasures, whereas Joshua 6:19 involves collecting treasures for the Lord's treasury.
Matthew 6:19-20: Lay not up for yourselves treasures upon earth, where moth and rust doth corrupt, and where thieves break through and steal:
Contradiction with 1 Samuel 15:3
This verse commands total destruction of enemies' possessions, contrasting with Joshua 6:19's directive to save valuable items for the treasury.
1 Samuel 15:3: Now go and smite Amalek, and utterly destroy all that they have, and spare them not; but slay both man and woman, infant and suckling, ox and sheep, camel and ass.
Contradiction with Proverbs 3:9
This verse speaks of honoring God with personal wealth, whereas Joshua 6:19 speaks of setting aside spoils from conquest.
Proverbs 3:9: Honour the LORD with thy substance, and with the firstfruits of all thine increase:
Contradiction with Luke 16:13
This verse implies that serving material wealth goes against serving God, contrasting with the setting aside of treasures in Joshua 6:19.
Luke 16:13: No servant can serve two masters: for either he will hate the one, and love the other; or else he will hold to the one, and despise the other. Ye cannot serve God and mammon.
Contradiction with Matthew 19:21
Here, Jesus tells a man to give up his possessions, which contrasts with the accumulation of spoils in Joshua 6:19.
Matthew 19:21: Jesus said unto him, If thou wilt be perfect, go [and] sell that thou hast, and give to the poor, and thou shalt have treasure in heaven: and come [and] follow me.
Contradiction with Acts 5:1-4
These verses, where Ananias and Sapphira keep back part of proceeds, contrast with the commanded giving of all spoils to the Lord in Joshua 6:19.
Acts 5:1-4: But a certain man named Ananias, with Sapphira his wife, sold a possession,
Paradox #1
This verse might have a contradiction in how it deals with the destruction and taking of things during war. Some people find it troubling that valuables are taken and dedicated in a way that benefits a specific group, while also dealing with the violent conquest of a city. This can be seen as inconsistent with other teachings about compassion and not taking what isn't yours.