Contradictions and Paradoxes in Joshua 8:13

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Joshua 8:13 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Joshua 8:13. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book, Joshua, this part of the story shows that Joshua was smart and brave. He had a plan to surprise the people in the city and trusted God to help him win.

Joshua 8:13: And when they had set the people, [even] all the host that [was] on the north of the city, and their liers in wait on the west of the city, Joshua went that night into the midst of the valley. [liers...: Heb. lying in wait]

Contradiction with Exodus 14:14

This verse implies reliance on divine intervention rather than human strategy, differing from Joshua 8:13's strategic setup.

Exodus 14:14: The LORD shall fight for you, and ye shall hold your peace.

Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5

Advocates for trusting in God alone without leaning on one's understanding, contrary to the military planning in Joshua 8:13.

Proverbs 3:5: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.

Contradiction with Psalm 20:7

Emphasizes trust in God over military might, contrasting the detailed military arrangement in Joshua 8:13.

Psalm 20:7: Some [trust] in chariots, and some in horses: but we will remember the name of the LORD our God.

Contradiction with 2 Chronicles 20:15

Asserts the battle belongs to God, not human tactics, opposing the strategic placement in Joshua 8:13.

2 Chronicles 20:15: And he said, Hearken ye, all Judah, and ye inhabitants of Jerusalem, and thou king Jehoshaphat, Thus saith the LORD unto you, Be not afraid nor dismayed by reason of this great multitude; for the battle [is] not yours, but God's.
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