Concept:Paul’s action aimed at restoring the broken relationship between Philemon and his runaway slave, Onesimus.
Explanation:Onesimus ran away from his master Philemon and met Paul in prison.
Through Paul, Onesimus became a Christian.
Paul sent Onesimus back to Philemon with a personal letter.
In the letter, Paul appealed to Philemon to forgive Onesimus and receive him warmly, not merely as a slave but as a brother.
Thus, Paul returned the slave to ensure Philemon forgave and accepted him.
Answer:C. Philemon forgave and accepted the slave.