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How does the story of Onesimus, the runaway slave who becomes a brother in Christ to Philemon (Philemon 10-18), challenge or reinforce the social structures and legal norms of the Roman Empire regarding slavery in the 1st century?
A
It directly condemns the institution of slavery as inherently evil and calls for its immediate abolition.
B
It implicitly accepts the legality of slavery but advocates for more humane treatment of slaves by their masters.
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It transcends the issue of slavery by emphasizing the spiritual equality of all believers in Christ, regardless of their social status, urging reconciliation and forgiveness.
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It suggests that Onesimus's freedom should be contingent upon his successful completion of tasks assigned by Philemon.
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Philemon 10-18
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