Mat 5:40 | MHM | STEP | v. 40 : If someone sues you and takes your coat, let him have your cloak as well (Matthew 5:40 ). This means that it is better to lose something small than to start a fight or hold a grudge. Sometimes, letting go of your rights keeps the peace and shows true Christian character. It is better to suffer a wrong than to get into arguments or seek revenge (Ecclesiastes 5:8 ).

‏ Matthew 5:40

v. 40: If someone sues you and takes your coat, let him have your cloak as well (Matthew 5:40 ^a). This means that it is better to lose something small than to start a fight or hold a grudge. Sometimes, letting go of your rights keeps the peace and shows true Christian character. It is better to suffer a wrong than to get into arguments or seek revenge (Ecclesiastes 5:8 ^b).