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In what ways does the Apostle Paul's interaction with Onesimus and Philemon (Philemon 1:10-20) subvert the social norms of the Roman Empire concerning slavery, and what does this reveal about the early church's approach to social justice?
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Paul's request for Philemon to receive Onesimus back as a brother in Christ reinforces the existing social hierarchy by maintaining Philemon's ownership.
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Paul's intercession on behalf of Onesimus was primarily aimed at preserving social stability within the Roman Empire.
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Paul's actions demonstrated the church's endorsement of slavery as a divinely ordained institution.
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Paul's plea for Onesimus's acceptance as a beloved brother challenges the dehumanizing aspects of slavery and implies a radical re-evaluation of social status based on Christian fellowship.
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Philemon 1:1-25
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