Luke 18:6
What does Luke 18:6 mean?
A plain-English look at Luke 18:6 in WEB alongside six other public-domain English translations, with cross-references and chapter context.
What Luke 18:6 means
Jesus draws attention to the judge's words and actions within the parable. By asking his listeners to "hear what the unrighteous judge saith," Jesus is not affirming the judge's character but rather highlighting the implication of his decision. The judge's capitulation, even from selfish motives, provides the groundwork for an 'a fortiori' argument: if even such a person can be moved, how much more certainly will a just and loving God respond.
Parallel translations
WEB
World English Bible · 2000And the Lord said, Hear what the unrighteous judge saith.
KJV
King James Version · 1611And the Lord said, Hear what the unjust judge saith.
ASV
American Standard Version · 1901And the Lord said, Hear what the unrighteous judge saith.
BBE
Bible in Basic English · 1949And the Lord said, Give ear to the words of the evil judge.
YLT
Young's Literal Translation · 1862And the Lord said, `Hear ye what the unrighteous judge saith:
DRA
Douay-Rheims (Challoner) · 1752And the Lord said: Hear what the unjust judge saith.
DBY
Darby Bible · 1890And the Lord said, Hear what the unjust judge says.
Context
This verse marks a transition from the parable's narrative to Jesus's interpretation and application of its lesson. Jesus directly points His listeners to consider the judge's conclusion, signaling that the divine comparison is about to be made. It prepares the audience to understand the theological implications of the judge's reluctant justice for persistent prayer.
Cross references
Related passages from across Scripture, drawn from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge.
- Luke 7:13
And when the Lord saw her, he had compassion on her, and said unto her, Weep not.
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