matthew 5:40 And if any man will sue thee at the law, and take away thy coat, let him have thy cloke also.

matthew 5:40 "And if anyone wants to sue you, and take your shirt, let him have your coat also.

40. And if any man will sue thee at the law, and take away thy coat--the inner garment; in pledge for a debt (Ex 22:26, 27).
let him have thy cloak also--the outer and more costly garment. This overcoat was not allowed to be retained over night as a pledge from the poor because they used it for a bed covering.

matthew 5:40 "And if anyone wants to sue you, and take your shirt, let him have your coat also.

Questions Related to this Verse

Select a Chapter

Select a Book of the Bible