Matthew 5:40

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

King James Version
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Other Translations for Matthew 5:40

BSB
if someone wants to sue you and take your tunic, let him have your cloak as well;
AKJV
And if any man will sue you at the law, and take away your coat, let him have your cloak also.
CPDV
And anyone who wishes to contend with you in judgment, and to take away your tunic, release to him your cloak also.
ERV
And if any man would go to law with thee, and take away thy coat, let him have thy cloke also.
NHEB
And if anyone sues you to take away your shirt, let him have your coat also.
SMT
And to him wishing to be judged with thee, and to take thy coat, let go to him also thy garment.

Commentary for Matthew 5:40

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Matthew 5:40
Summary
Give more than legally demanded during litigation
Event
Jesus teaches generosity in loss
Estimated Time Period
c. 30 AD
Category
Teaching