Deuteronomy 24:7
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If a man is caught kidnapping one of his Israelite brothers, whether he treats him as a slave or sells him, the kidnapper must die. So you must purge the evil from among you.
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Whoever kidnaps another man must be put to death, whether he sells him or the man is found in his possession.
for the sexually immoral, for homosexuals, for slave traders and liars and perjurers, and for anyone else who is averse to sound teaching
of cinnamon, spice, incense, myrrh, and frankincense; of wine, olive oil, fine flour, and wheat; of cattle, sheep, horses, and chariots; of slaves and souls of men.
you must do to him as he intended to do to his brother. So you must purge the evil from among you.
Javan, Tubal, and Meshech were your merchants. They exchanged slaves and bronze utensils for your merchandise.