I am searching for resources on the various statements about slavery in the Pauline corpus. I will note that part of my emphasis is on the immediate context in which these statements were written, but also the early reception history (i.e. no later than Augustine)., though I am open to pieces that deal with theological-canonical implications as well. Thus far I have been made aware of the following:
S.S. Barchy, First Century Slavery in 1 Corinthians 7:21
Peter Garnsey, Ideas of Slavery from Aristotle to Augustine (Amazon.com)
Jennifer A. Glancey, Slavery in Early Christianity (Amazon.com)
J.A. Harrill, Slaves in the New Testament
I came across a paper/blog series by Cynthia R. Nielsen titled “Paul and Slavery: Submit, Subvert, or Something in Between” (here, here, here, and here). If anyone knows of any other great web based articles on the subject those are welcomed as well.
Finally, if you know of biblical commentaries that do a good job on this subject let me know.
Dale Martin’s book, Slavery as Salvation, might be really helpful. It’s hard to find now, but a good library should have it.
As far as commentaries, I think Fitzmyer on Philemon (Anchor) was pretty good.
If I recall correctly, Brian, my former Basel professor Markus Barth has a good discussion in the second volume of his Anchor Bible Commentary on Ephesians. (I can’t check it as I am at home and my commentaries are in Wake Forest.) I believe he also has some good comments on the Household Codes (Haustafeln).
@Danny: Thank you!
@Dave: Didn’t he write a large commentary on Philemon as well? I had not thought of him. Thank you for the recommendation!
I think Larry Hurtado has an essay on his blog about Freedom in the NT. It may not be exactly what you are seeking but it could help.
@Matthew: I am more than willing to read broader takes on the matter that are applicable. I will look for that.
Yes he did, along with Helmut Blanke.