Contradictions and Paradoxes in Joshua 8:11

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Joshua 8:11 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Joshua 8:11. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of Joshua, the people and soldiers went together to a place near a city called Ai and set up their camp on one side of it, with a valley in between them and the city. This was part of their plan to get ready for a battle.

Joshua 8:11: And all the people, [even the people] of war that [were] with him, went up, and drew nigh, and came before the city, and pitched on the north side of Ai: now [there was] a valley between them and Ai.

Contradiction with Proverbs 20:22

This verse advises against seeking personal vengeance, while Joshua 8:11 involves a military strategy against Ai, which includes taking action against an enemy.

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

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

This verse teaches to love and pray for enemies, which contradicts the approach of preparing for battle in Joshua 8:11.

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 12:19

It emphasizes leaving vengeance to God, conflicting with the active preparation for an attack in Joshua 8:11.

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.
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