Contradiction with Genesis 9:6
This verse emphasizes the sanctity of human life, which contradicts with Ezekiel 27:13 discussing trading in persons.
Genesis 9:6: Whoso sheddeth man's blood, by man shall his blood be shed: for in the image of God made he man.
Contradiction with Exodus 21:16
This verse prohibits human trafficking, conflicting with Ezekiel 27:13's mention of trading people.
Exodus 21:16: And he that stealeth a man, and selleth him, or if he be found in his hand, he shall surely be put to death.
Contradiction with Leviticus 25:42
Prohibits treating fellow Israelites as slaves, conflicting with the slave trading mentioned in Ezekiel 27:13.
Leviticus 25:42: For they [are] my servants, which I brought forth out of the land of Egypt: they shall not be sold as bondmen. [as...: Heb. with the sale of a bondman]
Contradiction with Deuteronomy 24:7
Condemns kidnapping and selling people, opposing the activity described in Ezekiel 27:13.
Deuteronomy 24:7: If a man be found stealing any of his brethren of the children of Israel, and maketh merchandise of him, or selleth him; then that thief shall die; and thou shalt put evil away from among you.
Contradiction with Isaiah 5:8
Criticizes greed and exploitation, contrasting with the trading practices noted in Ezekiel 27:13.
Isaiah 5:8: Woe unto them that join house to house, [that] lay field to field, till [there be] no place, that they may be placed alone in the midst of the earth! [they: Heb. ye]
Contradiction with Amos 2:6
Condemns selling the righteous for silver, conflicting with the trade of people in Ezekiel 27:13.
Amos 2:6: Thus saith the LORD; For three transgressions of Israel, and for four, I will not turn away [the punishment] thereof; because they sold the righteous for silver, and the poor for a pair of shoes;
Contradiction with Matthew 7:12
The Golden Rule, advocating for treating others fairly, contradicts trading humans as in Ezekiel 27:13.
Matthew 7:12: Therefore all things whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them: for this is the law and the prophets.
Contradiction with 1 Timothy 1:10
Lists slave traders among sinful behaviors, opposing the human trading referenced in Ezekiel 27:13.
1 Timothy 1:10: For whoremongers, for them that defile themselves with mankind, for menstealers, for liars, for perjured persons, and if there be any other thing that is contrary to sound doctrine;
Paradox #1
The contradiction in Ezekiel 27:13 could be related to the mention of "Javan, Tubal, and Meshech" trading slaves and bronze vessels. Some scholars debate whether these regions were active trading partners with the ancient city of Tyre during the era described. Historical and archaeological evidence might not fully support or might contradict the idea that these specific groups regularly traded slaves with Tyre, leading to inconsistencies in historical records.
Paradox #2
Ezekiel 27:13 describes a trade involving people. The moral conflict here might involve the acceptance of buying and selling humans, which contradicts the belief in the inherent dignity and equal value of all people. This raises concerns about human rights and treating people as commodities.