Contradictions and Paradoxes in Joshua 7:5

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Joshua 7:5 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Joshua 7:5. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of Joshua, this verse shows that the Israelites became very scared and sad because they lost a battle and some of their soldiers were hurt. They felt like all their courage disappeared, and they didn't know what to do next.

Joshua 7:5: And the men of Ai smote of them about thirty and six men: for they chased them [from] before the gate [even] unto Shebarim, and smote them in the going down: wherefore the hearts of the people melted, and became as water. [in...: or, in Morad]

Contradiction with Psalm 118:6

This verse conveys trust in the Lord and fearlessness against enemies, while Joshua 7:5 describes Israelites' defeat and fleeing from their enemies.

Psalm 118:6: The LORD [is] on my side; I will not fear: what can man do unto me? [on...: Heb. for me]

Contradiction with Romans 8:37

Declares that believers are "more than conquerors," contradictory to the Israelites being defeated and fleeing in Joshua 7:5.

Romans 8:37: Nay, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him that loved us.

Contradiction with Philippians 4:13

States that one can do all things through Christ who strengthens them, contrasting with Israelites' failure and fear in Joshua 7:5.

Philippians 4:13: I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.

Contradiction with Isaiah 54:17

Promises that no weapon formed against believers shall prosper, yet in Joshua 7:5, the Israelites are overpowered and flee.

Isaiah 54:17: No weapon that is formed against thee shall prosper; and every tongue [that] shall rise against thee in judgment thou shalt condemn. This [is] the heritage of the servants of the LORD, and their righteousness [is] of me, saith the LORD.

Contradiction with Deuteronomy 28:7

Assurance of enemies being defeated and fleeing, opposing the scenario where Israelites flee from their enemies in Joshua 7:5.

Deuteronomy 28:7: The LORD shall cause thine enemies that rise up against thee to be smitten before thy face: they shall come out against thee one way, and flee before thee seven ways.
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