Luke 18:3
“And there was a widow in that city; and she came unto him, saying, Avenge me of mine adversary.”
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Trusted original commentary from respected historical Bible scholars and theologians.
Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
And there was a widow in that city,.... Poor and helpless, and none among men to counsel, direct, and assist her, and…
Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
A widow - This is a circumstance that gives increasing interest to the parable. Judges were bound to show special…
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
Avenge me of mine adversary - The original, εκδικησον με απο του αντιδικου μου, had better be translated, Do me justice…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714Luke 18:1-8
This parable has its key hanging at the door; the drift and design of it are prefixed. Christ spoke it with this intent,…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921
she came unto him Rather, she kept coming to him. The widow woman is a representative alike of the Christian Church and…
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