Contradictions and Paradoxes in Joshua 8:10

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Joshua 8:10 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Joshua 8:10. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of Joshua, this verse shows that Joshua got up early to gather and count his people so they could all go together to the city of Ai. It teaches us that being prepared and working together as a team is important.

Joshua 8:10: And Joshua rose up early in the morning, and numbered the people, and went up, he and the elders of Israel, before the people to Ai.

Contradiction with Joshua 6:3

Joshua 6:3 speaks of marching around the city for seven days, while Joshua 8:10 describes Joshua rising early to go against Ai, contrasting battle strategies.

Joshua 6:3: And ye shall compass the city, all [ye] men of war, [and] go round about the city once. Thus shalt thou do six days.

Contradiction with Judges 7:2

Judges 7:2 emphasizes having too many people for victory, whereas Joshua 8:10 implies that having enough men is necessary.

Judges 7:2: And the LORD said unto Gideon, The people that [are] with thee [are] too many for me to give the Midianites into their hands, lest Israel vaunt themselves against me, saying, Mine own hand hath saved me.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:39

Matthew 5:39 talks about turning the other cheek, opposing the proactive military action described in Joshua 8:10.

Matthew 5:39: But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil: but whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also.

Contradiction with Romans 12:19

Romans 12:19 advises against taking vengeance, contrasting with Joshua 8:10's preparation for battle.

Romans 12:19: Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but [rather] give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance [is] mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.

Contradiction with Proverbs 20:22

Proverbs 20:22 advises to wait on the Lord for deliverance, whereas Joshua 8:10 describes taking immediate military action.

Proverbs 20:22: Say not thou, I will recompense evil; [but] wait on the LORD, and he shall save thee.
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