18:1 Then 1 Jesus 2 told them a parable to show them they should always 3 pray and not lose heart. 4
1 tn Here καί (kai) has been translated as “then” to indicate the implied sequence of events within the narrative.
2 tn Grk “he”; the referent (Jesus) has been specified in the translation for clarity.
3 tn Or “should pray at all times” (L&N 67.88).
4 sn This is one of the few parables that comes with an explanation at the start: …they should always pray and not lose heart. It is part of Luke’s goal in encouraging Theophilus (1:4).