Philemon

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Philemon is Paul’s brief appeal concerning Onesimus, an enslaved man whom he describes as his child in the faith. Paul asks Philemon to welcome Onesimus as a beloved brother and as he would welcome Paul himself. Love, partnership, consent, and responsibility shape the appeal, including Paul’s offer to cover any wrong or debt.

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Philemon is one of Paul's letters of the New Testament, the same 27 books in every Christian Bible. See it on the shelf.

Philemon warmly embracing Onesimus at a household doorway while a messenger holds Paul’s sealed letter

Philemon 1

Philemon records Paul’s appeal for Onesimus to be welcomed as a beloved brother rather than merely a slave.

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