Contradictions and Paradoxes in Joshua 8:9

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Joshua 8:9 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Joshua 8:9. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the Book of Joshua, Joshua sent some people to hide and wait quietly to surprise the people of Ai. While they were hiding, Joshua stayed with his own people that night.

Joshua 8:9: Joshua therefore sent them forth: and they went to lie in ambush, and abode between Bethel and Ai, on the west side of Ai: but Joshua lodged that night among the people.

Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5

Joshua 8:9 depicts Joshua relying on his own strategy after receiving divine guidance, while Proverbs 3:5 advises complete trust in the Lord and not leaning on one's understanding.

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

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Joshua 8:9 involves an ambush for conquest, whereas Matthew 5:44 teaches love for enemies and prayers for those who persecute you.

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

Joshua 8:9 involves planning for battle, but Romans 12:19 urges against seeking vengeance, leaving it to God's wrath.

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 Psalm 46:10

Joshua 8:9 involves proactive military action, whereas Psalm 46:10 instructs to "be still" and recognize God's sovereignty.

Psalm 46:10: Be still, and know that I [am] God: I will be exalted among the heathen, I will be exalted in the earth.

Contradiction with Luke 6:27

Joshua 8:9 deals with planning an attack, but Luke 6:27 commands to love your enemies and do good to those who hate you.

Luke 6:27: But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you,
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