Contradiction with Exodus 20:13
"Thou shalt not kill" contradicts the act of annihilation and killing described in Joshua 8:22.
Exodus 20:13: Thou shalt not kill.
Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
"Love your enemies" contradicts the military attack and destruction of enemies in Joshua 8:22.
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
"Vengeance is mine; I will repay, saith the Lord" contradicts the taking of vengeance by the Israelites in Joshua 8:22.
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 Luke 6:27-28
"But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you" contradicts the act of attacking and defeating enemies in Joshua 8:22.
Luke 6:27-28: But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you,
Paradox #1
The contradiction or conflict could be seen in the action of violence and destruction that might seem at odds with the more peaceful or compassionate teachings found elsewhere in religious texts. This can create tension for those trying to reconcile acts of war or punishment with values of love and forgiveness.