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How does the parable of the Good Samaritan (Luke 10:25-37) challenge the prevailing social and religious norms of first-century Jewish society regarding who is considered a 'neighbor' and deserving of compassion?
A
It reinforces the existing social hierarchy by demonstrating that only those within the Jewish community are obligated to show mercy.
B
It suggests that religious piety, as demonstrated by the priest and Levite, is more important than practical acts of compassion.
C
It subverts traditional boundaries by presenting a Samaritan, a member of a marginalized and despised group, as the epitome of neighborly love, challenging notions of ethnic and religious exclusivity.
D
It primarily focuses on the legalistic interpretation of the law, emphasizing that one must fulfill specific requirements to inherit eternal life.