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How does the character of Onesimus, a runaway slave who becomes a brother in Christ to Philemon, his former master, challenge and subvert the social hierarchies and legal norms prevalent in the Roman world during the first century CE?
A
Onesimus' conversion primarily reinforces the existing social order by encouraging slaves to accept their earthly servitude.
B
Onesimus' transformation demonstrates that spiritual equality transcends societal distinctions, offering a radical vision of reconciliation and mutual respect that undermines the institution of slavery.
C
Onesimus' story primarily serves as a cautionary tale against the dangers of social mobility and the disruption of established hierarchies.
D
Onesimus' role highlights the limited scope of Christian influence on Roman social structures, as slavery remained largely unchanged despite the spread of the gospel.
Reference:
Philemon 1:10-17
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