Onesimus is a gripping historical novel that brings to life the transformative journey of Onesimus, a runaway slave in the Roman Empire. Seamlessly blending historical accuracy with rich storytelling, McDowell explores themes of freedom, faith, and redemption.
Follow Onesimus as he navigates the complexities of early Christian communities, encounters the apostle Paul, and grapples with his own identity and purpose. This compelling narrative not only illuminates a lesser-known biblical figure but also offers timeless reflections on justice, human dignity, and spiritual transformation.
Available from select retailers in paperback and eBook. Audiobook coming in 2024.
Posts about Onesimus: A Novel of Christianity in the Roman Empire
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- The Story Behind My Novel Onesimus: Runaway Slave to Bishop – A Journey Through Ancient Manuscripts and Five Years of Research
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- Onesimus: A Slave’s Story That Still Haunts Me 5 Years Later
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- Sneak peek: Onesimus – A Slave’s Tale in the Roman Empire
- Sneak Peek: Onesimus, a novel set in the first century Roman Empire
- Sneak Peek: a scene from Onesimus: A Novel of Christianity in the Roman Empire
- Onesimus: A Novel of Christianity in the Roman Empire
- Exclusive excerpt from forthcoming novel, Onesimus: A Novel of Ancient Christianity
- Sneak Peek – Onesimus: A Novel of Ancient Christianity by Markus McDowell
- Exclusive background – Corinth and the novel Onesimus by Markus McDowell
- Exclusive background to ONESIMUS —the city of Colossae in Roman Province
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