The Book of Philemon Chapter 1

In the only chapter in Philemon, a brief yet profound letter attributed to the Apostle Paul. It is a personal appeal to a wealthy Christian named Philemon, pleading for the forgiveness and manumission of a slave named Onesimus who has wronged him, yet found transformation in faith. This letter illustrates the ideals of Christian love, forgiveness, and the belief in the intrinsic worth of every individual, regardless of social status.