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The Realism of Ancient Trade
Commentators unanimously identify the 'wine of Helbon' as a famous, high-quality luxury wine from a region near Damascus, prized even by Persian kings. This specific detail, along with the mention of 'white wool' as a raw material, highlights the historical accuracy and intricate reality of Tyre's vast trade network.
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Ezekiel
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Albert Barnes
On Ezekiel 27:12–24
18th Century
Theologian
The thread broken at Ezekiel 27:8 is taken up, and the various nations are enumerated which traded with Tyre.
Charles Ellicott
On Ezekiel 27:18
19th Century
Bishop
Wine of Helbon.— Helbon is identified with a village of the same name, three and a half hours north of Damascus, rich in ruins, an…
John Gill
On Ezekiel 27:18
17th Century
Pastor
Damascus was your merchant in the multitude of the wares of
your making
Of the many t…
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Matthew Henry
On Ezekiel 27:1–25
17th Century
Minister
Those who live at ease are to be lamented if they are not prepared for trouble. Let no one consider themselves beautified any further than they are…