The Historical Plausibility of No Longer Slaves, Part I

Slavery, Early Christianity, and Roman Life in the Mid–First Century CE

This is a research evaluation for Part 1 of the book “No Longer Slaves” by James Menendez. Read the first part of the book here. This, and other Creation Press books, are serialized for paid subscribers.

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Creation Press is taking a brief pause in the story this week, now that Part I of No Longer Slaves is complete. This interlude offers a perfect opportunity for new readers to catch up on the story so far, and for our devoted followers to revisit key scenes, reflect on character arcs, and ponder the deeper themes introduced in this first installment. But for our paid subscribers who are eager for more, we have something special in store. We asked ChatGPT to perform an in-depth historical review of Part I, evaluating its accuracy through the lens of archaeology, Roman law, first-century Christian practice, and biblical scholarship. The following report is the result of that inquiry—a richly detailed, meticulously sourced analysis designed to demonstrate just how plausible this fictional account truly is. From architecture and household rituals to fugitive slave laws and underground church life, every element of the novel has been weighed against real historical evidence. We hope this adds a new layer of appreciation to your reading experience.