The Bible, Douay-Rheims, Book 64: Philemon
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"The Bible, Douay-Rheims, Book 64: Philemon" is a biblical epistle traditionally attributed to Saint Paul, written in the early centuries of the Common Era. This book falls under the category of religious scripture, specifically a letter intended to address issues of faith and personal relationships within the early Christian community. Its central topic revolves around the reconciliation between a man named Philemon and his runaway slave, Onesimus, shedding light on themes of
forgiveness, charity, and the moral responsibilities of believers. In the Epistle to Philemon, Paul appeals to Philemon to accept Onesimus back not merely as a slave but as a beloved brother in Christ. Paul expresses gratitude for Philemon's faith and charitable actions, urging him to forgive Onesimus who had wronged him. Paul's approach combines respect and personal connection, as he emphasizes Onesimus's newfound faith and value, illustrating the transformative power of Christian teachings. The letter not only addresses the immediate issue of slavery and master-servant dynamics but also serves as a broader commentary on redemption and the essence of Christian love within societal norms. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Title |
The Bible, Douay-Rheims, Book 64: Philemon The Challoner Revision |
|---|---|
| Credits | This eBook was produced by David Widger from etext #1581 prepared by Dennis McCarthy, Atlanta, Georgia and Tad Book, student, Pontifical North American College, Rome |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 78.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BS: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: The Bible, Old and New Testament |
| Subject | Bible. Epistles of Paul |
| Subject | Bible. Philemon |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 8364 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-08364-3 |
| Release Date | Jun 1, 2005 |
| Last Update | Dec 26, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 295 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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