Contradiction with Leviticus 24:17
This verse states that anyone who kills any man shall surely be put to death, contradicting the act of valuing life too cheaply as described in Joel 3:3.
Leviticus 24:17: And he that killeth any man shall surely be put to death. [killeth...: Heb. smiteth the life of a man]
Contradiction with Exodus 21:16
This verse condemns the act of trafficking people, directly opposing the selling of a boy and a girl as seen in Joel 3:3.
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 Deuteronomy 24:7
This verse mandates the death penalty for those who kidnap and exploit others, contrasting the human trafficking described in Joel 3:3.
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 1 Timothy 1:10
This verse includes menstealers among those contrary to sound doctrine, opposing the practice of selling people in Joel 3:3.
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;
Contradiction with Amos 2:6
This verse criticizes selling the righteous and needy for money or goods, similar to the transactions mentioned in Joel 3:3 but condemned here.
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;
Paradox #1
The potential contradiction with Joel 3:3 could involve the depiction of human actions that are contrary to ethical or moral teachings found elsewhere in the Bible, such as exploitation or mistreatment of others. This could be seen as conflicting with the Bible's broader message of justice and compassion.
Paradox #2
Joel 3:3 talks about people trading boys and girls for goods, which is morally wrong as it treats human beings as objects instead of respecting their inherent dignity and humanity. This conflicts with the broader biblical message of love, kindness, and the worth of every individual.