How does the Parable of the Persistent Widow (Luke 18:1-8) challenge common assumptions about prayer and divine justice in its original cultural context?

A It suggests that God is indifferent to the suffering of the poor and marginalized. B It implies that persistence in prayer is unnecessary, as God always answers immediately. C It critiques the patriarchal structures of the time by showcasing a woman's ability to influence a corrupt male judge through her relentless appeals, implying that even unjust systems can be challenged with unwavering faith. D It promotes the idea that bribery is an acceptable method of obtaining justice.