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How does the Apostle Paul's use of the term 'adoption' (υἱοθεσία) in his letters, particularly in Romans 8:15 and Galatians 4:5, challenge the social hierarchies and legal frameworks of the Greco-Roman world?
A
It primarily reinforced existing Roman adoption practices, emphasizing the power of the paterfamilias.
B
It ignored societal norms and focused solely on the individual's spiritual relationship with God, disregarding legal implications.
C
It subverted the prevailing Roman system, offering an inclusive concept of belonging and inheritance in God's family regardless of social status or origin, contrasting with the exclusive and often strategic nature of Roman adoption.
D
It primarily addressed Jewish concerns about lineage and inheritance within the covenant, with limited relevance to Gentile believers.
Reference: Romans 8:15; Galatians 4:5