1 Then He spoke a parable to them, that men always ought to pray and not faint,

2 saying: There was in a certain city a judge who did not fear God nor regard man.

3 And there was a widow in that city; and she came to him, saying, Avenge me from my adversary.

4 And he would not for a while; but afterward he said within himself, Though I do not fear God nor regard man,

5 yet because this widow troubles me I will avenge her, that she not weary me by her continual coming.

6 Then the Lord said, Hear what the unjust judge said.

7 And shall God not avenge His elect who cry out day and night to Him, as He is patient with them?

8 I tell you that He will avenge them speedily. Nevertheless, when the Son of Man comes, will He find faith on the earth?