Contradiction with Judges 20:34
This verse describes a battle tactic different from Joshua 8:16, where instead of drawing enemies out, there is a surprise attack.
Judges 20:34: And there came against Gibeah ten thousand chosen men out of all Israel, and the battle was sore: but they knew not that evil [was] near them.
Contradiction with 1 Samuel 17:48-50
Unlike the strategic retreat in Joshua 8:16, this passage shows direct confrontation without trickery.
1 Samuel 17:48-50: And it came to pass, when the Philistine arose, and came and drew nigh to meet David, that David hasted, and ran toward the army to meet the Philistine.
Contradiction with Acts 5:39
Discusses divine intervention and support, in contrast to the human tactics used in Joshua 8:16.
Acts 5:39: But if it be of God, ye cannot overthrow it; lest haply ye be found even to fight against God.
Contradiction with Matthew 26:52
Suggests a principle against using the sword, contrary to the military strategy observed in Joshua 8:16.
Matthew 26:52: Thinkest thou that I cannot now pray to my Father, and he shall presently give me more than twelve legions of angels?
Contradiction with Romans 12:17-19
Advocates for peace and leaving vengeance to God, which contrasts with the active engagement in battle in Joshua 8:16.
Romans 12:17-19: Recompense to no man evil for evil. Provide things honest in the sight of all men.