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In the book of Philemon, what implications does Paul's appeal to Philemon regarding Onesimus, a runaway slave, have on the early church's understanding of social hierarchies and the transformative power of Christian fellowship?
A
Paul explicitly condemns slavery and demands Philemon immediately free all his slaves.
B
Paul reinforces the social hierarchy by instructing Onesimus to return to Philemon and accept his subservient role.
C
Paul subtly challenges the existing social order by appealing to Philemon to receive Onesimus not as a slave, but as a brother in Christ, thereby undermining the power dynamics of slavery within the Christian community.
D
Paul ignores the issue of slavery altogether, focusing solely on the spiritual relationship between Onesimus and Philemon.
Reference:
Philemon 1:8-20
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