In the Gospel of Luke, what is the significance of Zacchaeus's profession as a tax collector, and how does his encounter with Jesus challenge societal norms of the time?

A Tax collectors were respected members of the community, and Jesus affirmed their righteous work. B Tax collectors were seen as traitors and sinners, and Jesus's willingness to associate with Zacchaeus demonstrated his love for the marginalized. C Zacchaeus was a wealthy merchant who used his wealth to support Jesus's ministry. D Zacchaeus was a Roman official who was tasked with overseeing the collection of taxes from the Jewish people.