New Testament · Pauline Epistle

Philemon

A brief letter, a revolutionary ethic.

Author: Paul
Audience: Philemon
Date: c. AD 60
Chapters: 1

Purpose

To plead for reconciliation between master and slave.

Key Themes

Reconciliation
Brotherhood

Key Verses

“Not now as a servant, but above a servant, a brother beloved.”

Wesleyan–Holiness Reflection

Sanctified relationships dissolve social hierarchies in love.

Chapter Insight

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